Channel 4 launches online TV-on-demand service

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Broadcaster Channel 4 is launching a service to allow viewers to catch up with their favourite television programmes by downloading them whenever they like from the internet.

The broadcaster has launched an online service which allows people to get most of the channel's programmes for up to 30 days after transmission.

It is believed to be the first UK broadcaster to offer all its home-grown programming for viewers on demand.

To download shows aired over the past 30 days it will cost 99p to rent, and £1.99 to own. By February, you'll be able to pay £3.99 for a month's subscription and access to all shows, and £4.99 to watch all movies aired.

Much of the channel's previous output is also being made available from its archives, as well as some imported shows like Desperate Housewives.

Each programme will stay on people's computers for 48 hours from the first time they start to watch it.

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