Live streaming is when you present a video online in real time.
Detailed explanation
Thanks to live streaming technology, you can view, create and share videos online that capture live events. Like some live television, videos are typically unedited, uncut and uncensored. To live stream, you need internet access, a streaming-capable device (like a smartphone, tablet, laptop or PC) and a relevant platform (like a social media app).
Live streams can be private or public. For example, video calling platforms like Zoom and Google Meet use live streaming technology, but require an invitation or password to join. Social media platforms, such as TikTok, Instagram and YouTube, are public, with live streams watched by hundreds – and sometimes millions – of users.
During a live stream, the host presents a topic, product or service to those watching, such as a live feed of a concert. Typically, viewers can comment, like and interact with the host and other people watching the stream using a chat feature. Some platforms also allow you to share emojis, rewards and donations with the streamer. For example, YouTube’s “Super Chat” feature lets viewers make donations through highlighted messages. Hosts often answer questions and respond to Super Chats, and may even pin them to the top of the live chat.