Computer Science: An Overview: Global Edition (12th Edition)

Published by Pearson Higher Education
ISBN 10: 1292061162
ISBN 13: 978-1-29206-116-0

Chapter 4 - Networking and the Internet - Chapter Review Problems - Page 211: 17

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On-demand streaming refers to a method of content delivery where media, such as audio or video, is delivered over the internet in a way that allows users to access it whenever they want, rather than requiring them to download the entire file beforehand. This method enables users to stream content instantly, as it is transmitted in small packets and played in real-time, eliminating the need for storing large files on the user's device. In on-demand streaming, the content is stored on servers maintained by the streaming service provider. When a user requests to watch or listen to a particular piece of media, the server sends the data to the user's device in a continuous stream, allowing them to consume the content without waiting for the entire file to download. Popular examples of on-demand streaming services include Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Spotify, and YouTube. These platforms offer vast libraries of movies, TV shows, music, and other content that users can access instantly, on-demand, from various devices such as smartphones, tablets, computers, and smart TVs.
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