Question

What is IPTV and how it is beneficial for Indians in America?

Answer 1

What is IPTV ?

Instead of using broadcast TV, cable TV, or satellite signals, IPTV (Internet Protocol television) uses the Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) suite to deliver television programming and other visual material. A service provider will often offer an IPTV service that transmits live TV or on-demand video content through IP networks.

It is possible to use an IPTV system to deliver video content through a private network in an organisation, but due to complexity, network latency, and scaling concerns, such implementations are much less prevalent than subscriber-based models.

IPTV Services :

1) Live Television: Currently airing TV programmes that may or may not have interactive elements.

2) TV on Demand: A few TV stations are recorded so you can watch them whenever it is convenient.

3) Video on Demand: A subscriber is given access to certain video content on demand. Users are able to watch any movie from the VoD servers media collection.

4) Near Video on Demand: It is a pay-per-view video service aimed towards many customers that have nVoD service subscriptions. The timetable for content broadcasting is created in advance, and subscribers can look at the calendar and view content that interests them.

5) Time-shifted TV: This service enables customers to watch live broadcasts at a later time for playback and resume at their convenience. For TV programmes, a rewind button is also available.

Devices working with IPTV services :

IPTV services are compatible with many different gadgets, including laptops, smart TVs, smartphones, tablets, and more. IPTV services can also be accessed using internet TV sticks and boxes.

Popular internet TV sticks and boxes are listed below,

1. iTunes TV
2. Google TV with Chromecast
3. Streaming Stick for Roku
4. Stick Amazon Fire TV
5. Smart TV Stick for Now