Interactive TV services Flashcards
What is the use of a Pay-To-View service?
a fee is paid to access either specific TV channels or one-off purchases such as sports events or movies
Give an advantage of a Pay-To-View service
You don’t need to leave the house to rent a film
give a disadvantage of a Pay-To-View service
Some services are expensive and satellite signals can cut out
What is the use of a shopping service?
you can make small purchases or even order pizza, using a TV
What is an advantage of interactive shopping?
It’s quicker- you don’t need to leave the house
give a disadvantage of a shopping service
You need a credit or debit card-some people may feel uncomfortable
What is the use of dating services?
Allows people to meet via their TV
Give an advantage of dating services
Shy people may feel embarrassed. This way may be better for them
what is a disadvantage of dating services?
there is no guarantee that people are really who they say they are.
What is the use of betting services?
People can bet on a wide variety of sporting events
Give a disadvantage of betting services
Online betting can become addictive and people may be more tempted to spend more on card, rather than cash
what is an advantage of betting services?
All winnings are paid straight to your account
what is the use of voting services?
in the future, it is possible for people in the UK to vote for their MP’s online
Give an advantage of online voting
Many people will vote as they don’t have to find polling stations. also would b cheaper- no need to employ people to count votes
Give a disadvantage of online voting
there is the danger of fixing votes and its unfair for those who do not have an internet connection
