An introduction to IPTV

Over the last decade, the growth of satellite service, the rise of digital cable, and the birth of HDTV have all left their mark on the television landscape. Now, a new delivery method threatens to shake things up even more powerfully. Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) has arrived, and backed by the deep pockets of the telecommunications industry, it’s poised to offer more interactivity and bring a hefty dose of competition to the business of selling TV.

This is a great look at what IPTV has in store. I’m still a little iffy on the entire thing, but if it ends up working better than the current cable system, then so be it. Check out the very detailed article at Ars Technica.