Do Smart TVs Work If You Just Plug Them In? What You Should Know Before You Buy

Yes, smart TVs work when plugged in, but streaming apps, software updates, and some built-in features require internet access ...
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I keep my smart TV off Wi-Fi and still stream everything — this is my setup

Your TV's network connections aren't good enough.

Before you connect another smart TV, tablet or phone, lock it down

Smart TVs ship with ACR enabled by default, tracking everything you watch. A 10-step checklist covers privacy settings, VPN ...
XDA Developers on MSN

Changing this one router setting solved all of my TV's buffering issues

My TV and other critical devices now get priority on my home network ...
CyberGuy

Before you connect another smart TV, tablet, or phone, do this first

Before you connect a smart TV, tablet or phone, change key settings, limit tracking, update software and protect your network ...