LiveÜbertragung

LiveÜbertragung is the real-time transmission of audio and video content to an audience. In many contexts the term covers both traditional live broadcasting on radio and television and live streaming over computer networks. The phrase is used in German-language media and in international discussions, and may appear as Live-Übertragung or LiveÜbertragung depending on style guides.

In practice a liveÜbertragung involves capturing the event, encoding the signal, transporting it through a distribution network, and decoding and playback by receivers. On the internet this typically uses streaming protocols such as HLS or DASH and content delivery networks to reach viewers with minimal delay. Latency, or delay, can range from a few seconds to several tens of seconds depending on processing, network conditions, and platform settings.

Common formats include linear live broadcasts (scheduled events on TV or radio), live streams on internet platforms, and hybrid setups that combine live delivery with later on-demand availability. Platforms range from traditional broadcasters to video platforms, social media services, and video-conferencing or streaming tools. The technology has evolved with higher video resolutions, better codecs, and lower latency but remains constrained by bandwidth and rights management.

Legal and practical considerations cover copyright and rights clearance, privacy and consent, advertising and sponsorship disclosures, and content moderation. LiveÜbertragung emphasizes immediacy and interactivity but can present risks such as errors, violations of rules, or sensitive disclosures. Many productions use archival workflows to create video-on-demand versions after the live event.