I admit, when Youtube first came out I thought it was a bit ridiculous. Didn't people have better things to do with their time? Then I checked it out and there are some seriously ridiculous videos that I really didn't want to watch, but after searching for some videos of interest I had a change of heart. I don't spend all day watching videos or anything, but it's fun to look up old music videos/concerts, old commercials, clips from documentaries, and Japanese game shows. I was also surprised to find a ton of DIY/informational videos which have come in handy on numerous occasions or when looking for information on a particular topic. I recently discovered that my cat Smokey enjoys watching Youtube. Any video with birds or other animals and he stares so intently that his Youtube viewing time has been limited.
Hulu is awesome since I don't have my TV hooked up to cable. I rely on it for my weekly intake of The Office, Heroes and I just found you can even watch Doogie Howser M.D. and SNL commercial clips. They also have a selection of movies and usually play important events such as this years Presidential Inauguration.
Overall, I enjoy the online video capabilities of Youtube and other sites. I can view news stories, tutorials or it can simply be a source of entertainment. It's another way to find information and especially useful if you need a visual aid. I found a short video about Japanese Wagashi or sweets. They are a topic of interest for me and in Japan it seems like most cities are famous for a different type of wagashi. They are truly edible works of art.
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