What is the difference between pay-per-view (PPV) and video-on-demand (VOD)?
PPV events – such as movies or sports events – usually start and end at scheduled times. You are required either to call your cable operator to order it or to press a button on your remote control, enter an access code, then wait until the event begins. With VOD, you watch the movie when you want to – complete with full pause, rewind and fast-forward control. You simply press a button on your remote control to access, select your movie and begin watching your movie. And depending on the licensing arrangements your cable provider has made, the selected movie can be enjoyed and accessed for up to 24 hours.
