Internet TV

Internet TV, also sometimes known as TV online, is a service where television is distributed over the internet. This service should not be confused with the IPTV (Internet Protocol Television). The most popular Internet TV providers include Hulu, Revision3, and BBC iPlayer.

Concept

Internet Television allows the consumer to pick a specific program from various providers and watch either by streaming or downloading the entire program and then watching it later on the desktop. These services have become to be known as On Demand TV. Most service providers offer a slough of SD (Standard definition) settings, while the major providers also offer HD (High definition) options to stream and play the selected program.

Major Competitors

Hulu: Hulu is a joint venture company near equally owned by ABC, Fox Entertainment, and NBC Universal. It is a billion dollar company, thus being one of the largest providers in the world.
Revision3: Revision3 is a smaller USA based company that has partnered with broadcasting companies including G4 and Tech TV.
BBC iPlayer: BBC iPlayer, commonly known as iPlayer, is a RealPlayer based video and radio streaming site where all of BBC's news can be viewed on demand.
- Hulu
- BBC iPlayer
- Revision3
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