WebCasting generally refers to the streaming of audio and video on the Internet.

Features:
Content can be aired live or users may select a file from an archive for playback.

A one way communication system where the person at one end can only broadcast. The person at other end can see and listen but cannot broadcast.

Download time is eliminated because it plays as it comes across the Internet (a process referred to as streaming).

Open architecture and standards based technology.
TV like experience with PC-Like choice.

Web Casting-Streaming Solutions:

Real Media.
Microsoft Net Show.
VDOLive.

Web casting is Applied in the following fields:

Distance Learning.
Training.
Preview materials for sale.
Press Conferences.
Seminars.
Convention Highlights.