Wednesday, May 14, 2008

Pirate Radio: Stream or Podcast?




Creating your own radio station has never been easier! Unlike past history, where radio was only delivered through an Am or Fm Frequency,now days anyone with sufficient computer skills can broadcast music or any type of audio to listeners all over the world using just about any type of Internet connection and practically paying nothing.

Online radio broadcasting has become so inexpensive and simple, that just about anyone could do it. Another similar method of broadcasting is called Podcasting which in most cases is just about free. Podcasting is favored since it doesn't require the user to have any past coding knowledge.

The main difference between streaming audio and Podcasting is the distribution method and the content load. in general, a streaming station can around the clock using only a simple software player to tune it. Streaming means that wherever you put program in the cue, is where the listener will hear it.
podcasting is a little different. podcasts are smaller, shorter programs which r usually pre-recorded and uploaded 2 a server and then the listener decides which program he wants to listen to and when.
if someone decides to air a radio program on the Internet, they should keep in mind that the stream should b available 24/7 since users around the globe, with different time zones will have access to the program.
Podcasts are extremely flexible. You can create any length show, as often as you like. Then, you can upload it into your blog or Podcast provider and let listeners listen as they like.
Once you create a show it will be available as long as you want. Using Podcasts, you can quickly build a library of shows to offer listeners.
Podcasts are usually recorded before time, allowing you to mix everything just right. even though all you need is a microphone and your computer to create a simple Podcast, some people like 2 create elaborate sound studios in their place of work to build very professional shows. This is a personal preference. people are advised to start out slow, and work their way upwards with time
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