[The Chosun Ilbo, September 9 2008] High-Speed Internet TV About to Go Live

Three telecom companies have been given licenses to operate the internet protocol television (IPTV) service which enables users to watch TV over high-speed networks.

KT, Hanaro Telecom and LG Dacom, the country’s three leading broadband providers, will launch the IPTV service in late October, offering programs from terrestrial broadcasters, like Korea Broadcasting System (KBS) and Education Broadcasting System (EBS), and other live shows including movies, gaming, shopping and weather.