IPTV (Internet Protocol Television) is a way to watch TV channels over the internet. Instead of an antenna, cable, or satellite dish, the signal comes through your home internet.
The principle is simple:
All you need is stable internet from 10 Mbps and a device with an IPTV player.
| Parameter | Terrestrial TV | Cable TV | Satellite TV | IPTV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of channels | 20-30 | 100-200 | 200-500 | 1000-4000+ |
| Need for antenna/dish | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| Program archive | No | Rare | Rare | Up to 7 days |
| Mobile devices | No | No | No | Yes |
| HD/4K quality | Partial | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Tied to address | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
For stable viewing, a wired connection (Ethernet) is recommended. Wi-Fi also works, but it can cause delays, especially if the router is far away or there are many devices in the apartment.
If you are connecting via Wi-Fi, use the 5 GHz band (it's faster and is less congested than 2.4 GHz).
| Quality | Minimum speed |
|---|---|
| SD (standard) | 5 Mbps |
| HD (high) | 10 Mbps |
| Full HD (1080p) | 15 Mbps |
| 4K Ultra HD | 25-50 Mbps |
Speed is given for one stream. If you watch on two devices simultaneously — multiply by 2.
More about choosing a provider — in the article How to choose an IPTV provider.
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