This research paper examines modern video streaming and the impact of video streaming on society. Video streaming is gradually becoming the most popular mode of entertainment. This is a replacement for the use of Digital Versatile Discs(DVDs). Some of the popular video streaming applications are Netflix, Hulu HBO, and Disney Plus. These applications possess many subscribers, especially during this pandemic period. This is because people are forced to stay home to reduce the spread of the coronavirus. An application such as HBO is experiencing a rapid increase in the number of viewers. Since the pandemic, the increase in subscribers is over 65% for series and 70% for movies. There exist health effects of binge-watching.
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THE IMPACT OF VIDEO STREAMING ON SOCIETY
Technology is the centre of the entertainment industry. Individuals, therefore, require technological devices to access modern video streaming. Such include, phones, digital televisions, computers, and the internet. Thousands of individuals seek movies and series to relieve the daily stresses they experience. Television watching is considered as a communal experience whereby people watch together and bond. There are various impacts of video streaming on society. With the new technology, streaming is done anywhere at any time, not necessarily in the home Streaming removes the constraint of scheduled television programmes hence convenient. Moreover, there are upsides of video streaming. Such include the health effects of binge-watching.
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THE HEALTH EFFECTS OF BINGE-WATCHING STREAMING SITES
With the introduction of modern video streaming technologies, many individuals use this as a source of entertainment. Watching is a source of leisure and relaxing. It relieves pressure and entertains individuals. Moreover, many people receive their income from other video streaming, such as employees at video streaming companies. Despite these advantages, there are underlying health effects of binge-watching. One, research reveals that it results in visual problems due to too much focus on light. Secondly, it results in obesity and the risk of developing heart conditions due to reduced physical activity. Additionally, sitting in one place for long periods affect posture, increased fatigue and insomnia. Understanding the impacts of video streaming on society is essential for reducing associated risks.
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