PS3 and internet access

pmckeealaska
pmckeealaska Posts: 808
edited February 2008 in Video Games
I dont own a home PC, but do have a PS3. I was wondering, could I use the PS3 as a PC to surf the web? In other words, if I got an internet subscription through my cable company would i be able to use the PS3 as a PC?
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  • cheddar
    cheddar Posts: 2,390
    edited February 2008
    It does have a passable built in browser. It is definitely not as comprehensive and easy to use as PC based browsers, but you can get on and view most pages without a problem. If you go this route, then you will probably need to get a usb keyboard and mouse at some point as the controller is very difficult to use. However, the ps3 is compatible with many generic keyboard/mice.

    I'd try it at someone's house or even the store so you can see if it meets your needs. It depends on how much you plan to surf and how complex your needs are...
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  • Imperitor
    Imperitor Posts: 235
    edited February 2008
    yes. I do it all the time on my PS3. The only thing I don't like about it is that some streamed videos don't play. Other then that it works fine. They are always updating it too, so it should eventually be able to do everything Internet Explorer can.
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  • Imperitor
    Imperitor Posts: 235
    edited February 2008
    cheddar wrote: »
    It does have a passable built in browser. It is definitely not as comprehensive and easy to use as PC based browsers, but you can get on and view most pages without a problem. If you go this route, then you will probably need to get a usb keyboard and mouse at some point as the controller is very difficult to use. However, the ps3 is compatible with many generic keyboard/mice.

    I'd try it at someone's house or even the store so you can see if it meets your needs. It depends on how much you plan to surf and how complex your needs are...

    agreed, you will need a mouse and keyboard.
    7.1 HOME THEATER:
    Center: CSi3
    Front: RTi10
    Surround: RTi A3
    Rear Surround: RTi4
    Subwoofer: Mirage Omni S10
    TV: Sharp Aquos 42" 1080p LCD
    Receiver: Onkyo TX-SR805
    Blu-Ray Player / CD Player / DVD Player / Media Server / Game Console / Best money I've ever spent: 60GB PS3
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  • pmckeealaska
    pmckeealaska Posts: 808
    edited February 2008
    What about issues like deleting temporary internet files and viruses, etc. when using the PS3 like a PC? Will I be able to delete these files like in a regular comupter? I assume malicious code could have adverse effects on my PS3 like it would on a regular computer? Still debating whether or not I want to go this route. I dont really have the $$ for a PC right now, which is why I'm contemplating this.
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    Samsung 40" HDTV 1080p
    LSi25 Front Speakers
    LSiC Center Channel
    LSiFX Surrounds
    Rotel RB 1080 2-Channel Amp
    NAD T763 Reciever
    Denon DVD 2900 Universal Player
    Audiosource 10 Band Digital Equalizer
    Audioquest CV-8 speaker cables
    Audioquest Sub-X subwoofer cables
    Audioquest King Cobra Interconnects
    Monster AVS 2000 Voltage Stabilizer
    Playstation 3 120GB Slim
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  • cheddar
    cheddar Posts: 2,390
    edited February 2008
    I think you're just going to have to decide to risk it if you want to have internet without a PC. Most viruses out there are targeted at Windows PCs. The PS3 has its own operating system, so just like apple, it's insulated from the most numerous threats. The PS3 has more limited PC functionality, so first a virus maker would have to find a weakness, then exploit it, and infect some website that you want to use. You're probably much more vulnerable with a PC to begin with...
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  • Sami
    Sami Posts: 4,634
    edited February 2008
    cheddar wrote: »
    If you go this route, then you will probably need to get a usb keyboard and mouse at some point as the controller is very difficult to use.

    Yep, wireless keyboard and mouse. PS3 is bluetooth device so I'd look at BT kbm package at first but I think any wireless would work.
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