Streamovanie

Streamovanie refers to the continuous playback of audio or video content over a network, typically the internet. Instead of downloading an entire file before viewing or listening, streaming allows users to consume media in real-time as it is delivered. This technology is fundamental to many modern digital services, revolutionizing how people access entertainment, news, and educational materials.

The process involves a server sending data packets to a client device. The client device buffers a small portion of this data to ensure smooth playback and then begins to play the content. As the content plays, more data is received and buffered. If the internet connection is unstable, this buffering process can be interrupted, leading to pauses or stuttering in the playback, often referred to as "buffering."

Popular platforms that utilize streamovanie include video-sharing websites, music streaming services, and live television broadcasts delivered online. This method of content delivery offers convenience and accessibility, allowing users to access vast libraries of content on demand across various devices such as computers, smartphones, tablets, and smart televisions. The efficiency of streamovanie relies heavily on factors like internet bandwidth, server capacity, and the encoding of the media itself.