Blog #5: EOTO Technology Presentations

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 The EOTO technology that I learned from someone else through our class presentations was Netflix. Of course, I have known about Netflix for years and have my own account. I watch a lot of movies and TV series on netflix, but until recently, I did not know about their history. As I listened to the presentations, one of the biggest facts that stood out to me about Netflix was that it was the kickstart of all other streaming services, and killed Blockbuster. 2007 was the first time that Netflix became an official streaming service, and quickly, other companies tuned into this and soon followed with their own streaming platforms.


I was not aware of the fact that Netflix was one of the first streaming services. I did not understand how much tt changed the entertainment business and helped other streaming services get started. When Netflix's subscription-based streaming plan came out in the middle of the 2000s, it shook up the cable and DVD rental markets. Its success showed that people want easy, on-demand access to a huge amount of material. This led other media giants like Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Disney+, and Apple TV+ to enter the streaming market, each with its own original content. Netflix's new way of doing things has not only changed how we watch media, but it has also led to an era of content creation and choice for viewers all over the world. (Source: Group 4 presentations)

Furthermore, I also was educated more about Netflix’s large and varied collection of shows and movies. It has thousands of movies, TV shows, documentaries, and unique productions, so it can suit many different tastes. There's something for everyone, from popular shows like "Stranger Things" and "The Crown" to a wide range of content from around the world. Netflix puts a lot of money into making exclusive, high-quality material that you can't find anywhere else. Its dedication to being original has led to a lot of award-winning shows and movies, making it a great place to find good entertainment. 

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