Computers are the driving force behind the technology responsible for the trend in media device convergence. So it's no surprise that computers are not immune to the convergence trend. The combination of television and computers has been the biggest trend so far. Online video, digital downloads and place-shifting are all changing the way we consume traditional television content.

Joost

Joost is an software client designed to deliver television content to your computer screen. Created by the same people that developed Skype and Kazza, Joost has formed major deals with traditional media players such as Viacom and MTV Networks and is supported by advertising.

Slingbox

Place-shifting pioneer Slingbox allows consumers to take control of their televisions like never before. The slingplayer software allows users to watch television live on their laptops anywhere they can get a wifi connection. Combined with a DVR, users have access to their home television content anytime, anywhere.

iTunes

Apple's online music store now supports downloads of