How does streaming work?

Whether you're watching a movie, bingeing on a classic TV show or listening to your favourite song, you're probably streaming it.

Videotapes, DVDs and CDs are mostly just memories now.

Streaming puts a world of options at your fingertips when you're at home and, with a smartphone or tablet, when you're on the go.

Find out how streaming was invented, how it works and what the future might hold for this part of a high-tech life.