Streaming
Streaming is the delivery of video, audio or games over the internet on demand, rather than through broadcast schedules or physical media.
Why It Matters
It replaced a business of scarce slots with one of unlimited shelf space, moving the competition to catalogue, recommendation and retention.
Related Terms
- Streaming EconomicsStreaming economics is the cost structure behind streaming services: content spending and delivery against subscription and advertising revenue, measured per subscriber.
- SVODSVOD is video on demand funded by a recurring subscription rather than by advertising or per-title payment.
- AVODAVOD is video on demand funded by advertising, free or cheaper for the viewer and monetised by the advertising shown alongside it.
- Content LicensingContent licensing is the sale of the right to use published work, for a defined purpose, period and territory, without transferring ownership.
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