Technical Terms - Internet (A-Z) - Live Streaming

What is live streaming?

• Recording media and then transmitting it to users

• Streaming media that is pre-recorded

• Broadcasting audio or video live over the Internet

• Delivering media over the Internet that can be played while it is downloaded

How are most live streams delivered?

• By downloading the media to users' devices

• By sending individual streams to each user

• Through multicasting to users who choose to watch or listen

• Via broadcasting to all users

Which platform is mainly used by gamers for live streaming?

• Periscope

• YouTube Live

• Twitch

• Facebook Live

What is the difference between streaming and live streaming?

• Streaming is recorded media, live streaming is live media

• Streaming is live media, live streaming is recorded media

• Streaming is pre-recorded media, live streaming is live media

• Streaming is live media, live streaming is pre-recorded media

How can you tell if you are watching a live stream?

• By the presence of a 'Live' indicator in the interface

• By the ability to jump ahead in the video

• By the defined length of the video

• By the 'Live' icon overlaid on the video

What feature do most live streaming platforms provide alongside the video?

• Video editing tools

• Screen sharing options

• Live chat interface

• Audio enhancement settings

What is the main purpose of Twitch as a live streaming platform?

• To provide screen sharing options

• To stream personal videos

• To broadcast live eSports events

• To share videos in real-time

Which type of streaming is broadcast at the same time it is recorded?

• Live streaming

• Multicasting

• YouTube Live

• Personal streaming

What does multicasting do in live streaming?

• Sends individual streams to each user

• Transmits media to users who choose to watch or listen

• Broadcasts to all users

• Downloads media to users' devices

What is a common indicator of a live stream in the video interface?

• 'Recorded' label on the video

• 'Live' icon overlaid on the video

• Ability to jump ahead in the video

• Defined length of the video