Live streaming enables real-time broadcasting of audio and video content over the
internet, allowing viewers to watch events, presentations, or performances as they
happen. It leverages streaming technology to deliver continuous and interactive
experiences to a global audience through platforms like YouTube Live, Twitch, or
Facebook Live. Live streaming enhances engagement by enabling viewers to participate
through comments, likes, and real-time interactions with broadcasters.
Businesses utilize live streaming for marketing, customer engagement, training, and
virtual events, harnessing its immediacy and interactivity to connect with audiences and
build brand presence effectively.
Businesses can monetize live streaming through ad revenue,
sponsorships, pay-per-view events, donations/tips from viewers,
selling merchandise, and promoting products or services during
streams.
Legal considerations include copyright issues for music and content,
privacy concerns for individuals appearing on stream, and compliance
with platform-specific terms of service.
Challenges may include bandwidth limitations, audio-video
synchronization issues, buffering, and ensuring compatibility across
different devices and internet speeds.
Live streaming allows for real-time interaction through comments and
polls, fostering a sense of community and providing immediate
feedback to broadcasters.
Popular platforms include YouTube Live, Twitch, Facebook Live,
Instagram Live, and specialized platforms like Zoom and Microsoft
Teams for business-oriented streaming.