Webcast facts for kids

A webcast is like a live show or event that you watch or listen to over the Internet. It's a way to send media (like video or audio) to many people at the same time, using streaming media technology. Think of it as broadcasting a TV or radio show, but instead of using traditional airwaves, it uses the internet.

Many radio and TV stations use webcasts to let you watch or listen to their shows online. There are also many stations that exist only on the internet and use webcasts. Businesses often use webcasts to give presentations or to teach people new things. Sometimes, people even broadcast special events like weddings or funerals through webcasts so that distant family and friends can be part of them.

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  A webcast playing in an embedded media player

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In Spanish: Webcast para niños