Boundaries in IPTV Entertainment?

The Internet is continuously changing the face of the entertainment industry as new outlets for posting original web content are born every second. As a result, Internet users are given more options, thereby allowing them to come closer to truly limitless entertainment. But there are drawbacks. With limitless entertainment comes the question of the bounds of decency. With such lenient established restrictions, how are Internet programmers supposed to determine the limitations of their own content and how, with such rapid expansion, can it feasibly be regulated?

This poses a unique challenge. As a nontraditional medium, the Internet is vastly different from television or radio. Instead of being transmitted to all users simultaneously, Internet programming comes down to individual choice. Content can be viewed as it’s wanted and when it’s wanted. The Internet is an open forum, equipped to provide fresh ideas to the masses, but on an individual basis. This is what makes the Internet the future of completely personalized entertainment, the heart of the IPTV revolution.

When it comes to limitations, the idea of methodical regulation must be pushed aside. The creation of content is far too steady for all programming to be reviewed prior to being posted. Also, heavy regulation interferes with First Amendment rights. Although past rulings have never entirely prevented government from regulating free speech, the Internet should be treated differently because it is distinct from other means of expression. If there is demand, content must be created to ensure that the needs of viewers are met, whether or not it’s questionable material. It is up to the programmer to decide what type of content is appropriate for the target demographic and if there are reservations, content should be examined and approved on a case-by-case basis. This is the only way to ensure the benefit of both programming provider and viewer.

Allowing Internet programming to maintain its freedom of expression is the only way to truly provide viewers with the content they want, when they want it. No limits should be placed on creativity. This is what Revolution IPTV intends to ensure. When limits are set on Internet programming, we the viewers grow further from personalization, and without this, entertainment falls short of its full potential.

By Courtney Griffin
Revolution IPTV

griffin@revolutioniptv.com
www.revolutioniptv.com