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Explanation of terms and acronyms related to the media and broadcasting world. Updated every week!

FTPS

FTPS, also known as FTP Secure is a File Transfer Protocol with SSL Security.  Primarily, it enables delivering standard FTP communication on top of an SSL-based security connection. FTPS is an extension to the FTP protocol that combines SSL (Secure Socket Layer)/ TLS (Transport Layer Security) based mechanisms on a standard FTP connection. There are two different forms to deliver FTPS: Explicit FTPS -- Selected components or parts for communication are encrypted. Implicit FTPS -- All communications are encrypted. In today’s…

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SFTP

Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) or SSH File Transfer Protocol facilitates data access and data transfer over a Secure Shell (SSH) data stream. The functionality of SFTP is like that of FTP.  SFTP is an extended version of SSH 2.0. It is used with VPN applications and Transport Layer Security (TLS). In order to prevent passwords and other sensitive information from being transferred over the network, both the data and commands are encrypted in SFTP. In the context of live…

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Roku

What is Roku? Roku allows you to watch paid and free video content on your TV via the Internet. Movie and TV streaming services like YouTube, Sling TV, Hulu, Amazon, Netflix, and others download on to Roku devices, like how apps load onto a smartphone. How to Connect Roku to TV? Roku plugs into your TV using an HDMI cable and connects to the internet via a wired or wireless connection to your home network. How Roku Works? Roku downloads…

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Pay TV

Pay TV is a television broadcasting system, where users need to pay to watch a specific channel or program. Usually, Pay TV includes pay-per-view premium content such as newly released movies or sporting events, which may be delivered at a scheduled time or on-demand.  However, it is different than Pay Per View. Alternatively, it is known as premium television or subscription television. Pay TV usually provided by both digital and analog and satellite and cable television.  While Pay TV remains…

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