[The Chosun Ilbo, August 12 2008] Telecoms Bracing for IPTV Battle

Internet Protocol Television will be available from October, and fixed-line telecom providers KT, Hanaro Telecom and LG Dacom are already in fierce competition to win crucial business rights. IPTV offer television broadcasts via Internet networks. KT and Hanaro Telecom, which provide high-speed Internet connection services, have so far only offered video on demand services but are getting ready to offer real-time IPTV broadcasts of KBS, YTN and other terrestrial and cable broadcasters.