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What Is Streaming? Video and Music Basics
In brief
Streaming delivers audio or video over the internet for playback without a full permanent download. Services differ by catalogue, offline options and household rules — check each provider’s help pages.
Streaming delivers audio or video over the internet for playback without a full permanent download. Services differ by catalogue, offline options and household rules — check each provider’s help pages.
Download vs stream?
Downloads save files; streams play while connected (offline modes vary).
Data use tip?
HD video uses more mobile data — use Wi‑Fi when possible.
Netflix ads tier?
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