IPTV glossary
What Is Upscaling?
Upscaling means: Converting lower-resolution video to a larger output resolution for display.
IPTV glossary
The terms behind the technology, explained.
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What Is User Agent?
User Agent means: A client identifier sent with network requests that may affect compatibility or access rules.
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What Is Variable Refresh Rate?
Variable Refresh Rate means: A display feature that changes refresh timing dynamically, used mainly for games rather than standard TV streams.
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What Is Video on Demand?
Video on Demand means: Movies, episodes or other programs selected for immediate playback rather than watched on a live schedule.
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What Is Video Resolution?
Video Resolution means: The pixel dimensions of a video frame, such as 1280×720 or 3840×2160.
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What Is Virtual Private Network?
Virtual Private Network means: An encrypted connection to a remote network endpoint that changes routing and may add latency.
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What Is Wi-Fi 5?
Wi-Fi 5 means: The 802.11ac wireless standard operating mainly on 5 GHz networks.
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What Is Wi-Fi 6?
Wi-Fi 6 means: The 802.11ax wireless standard designed for improved efficiency on networks with many devices.
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What Is Widevine?
Widevine means: Google's DRM technology used by many licensed streaming services.
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What Is XMLTV?
XMLTV means: A structured XML format commonly used to supply television schedule data.
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What Is Xtream Codes-Style API?
Xtream Codes-Style API means: A login method used by compatible players with a server URL, username and password.