The term "streaming" was first used for tape drives manufactured by Data Electronics Inc. that were meant to slowly ramp up and run for … See more

Early development
Attempts to display media on computers date back to the earliest days of computing in the mid-20th century. However, little progress was made for several decades, primarily due to the high cost and limited capabilities of … See more

Bandwidth
A broadband speed of 2 Mbit/s or more is recommended for streaming standard-definition video, … See more

Copyright issues
For OTT platforms, the original content captures additional subscribers. This presents copyright issues and the potential for international exploitation through streaming, widespread use of standards, and metadata in … See more

Beginning in 1881, Théâtrophone enabled subscribers to listen to opera and theatre performances over telephone lines. This operated until 1932. The concept of media streaming … See more

Advances in computer networking, combined with powerful home computers and operating systems, have made streaming media affordable and easy for the public. Stand … See more

Useful and typical applications of streaming are, for example, long video lectures performed online. An advantage of this presentation is … See more