TechnologyAugust 15, 2026
multicasts
MUL-ti-kasts
Definition
The transmission of multiple, distinct digital television channels or data streams simultaneously within the bandwidth typically used by a single channel.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'multus' (meaning many) combined with 'cast' (short for broadcast), it entered modern computing and media terminology to describe transmitting data to multiple destinations simultaneously.
In the news
The article highlights multicasting as a key advantage of the digital transition, enabling stations to offer viewers more channels and content than was possible with analog technology.
What Is Analog TV And How Is It Different From Digital TV?
Read the full article ↗Engadget