The new media age that we've moved into is changing the way people watch television.  There was a time not too long ago when people would have to watch a show like Lost right as it aired, or possibly record it to a VHS tape to check out later, though the quality would leave something to be desired.  Now you can watch new high definition episodes of Lost whenever you want through the power of DVR, or you can simply download what you've missed on iTunes.  As if there weren't enough options for those who miss first-run episodes, ABC has recently announced that Lost will start appearing on XBox Live the day after it airs.  Episodes will be offered in both standard and high definition, and will be available to all XBox Live members throughout the United States.

Maybe I'm just old-fashioned, but there's still something very special to me about watching a show as it actually airs.  I invite friends over, we chat during the commercials, we laugh together, scream together, and analyze everything the instant it's over.  It's also nice to know that you're seeing the episode at the same time as millions of other people, and with something like Lost it's fun to rush to the internet afterwards to see what people are saying about the big twists and turns.  I feel like part of that experience is taken away when you DVR shows or download them the following day, but maybe I'm in the minority.

ABC will also be offering their other hit shows to XBox Live customers, such as Grey's Anatomy, Ugly Betty, and Desperate Housewives.  This content should go live by the end of the month, which means it will be just in time for Lost's season 4 premiere.

Though I may not be a time-shifting type of viewer myself, I do think it's a good move on ABC's part to get as much exposure for Lost as possible.  Still, I have to wonder how people can possibly have the patience to wait for new episodes, even if they are just waiting until the following day.  I'd go insane with anticipation and be terrified to look at anything on the internet for fear of being spoiled.  That's far too nerve-wracking for me, so I'll still be having my Lost parties every Thursday at 9pm, no matter how many other options ABC throws my way.

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