A set-top box that supports video broadcasting and IP-based video. Such devices allow users to view digital cable programming as well as videos from the Internet or local IP network. THIS ...

A smart TV eliminates the need for a separate set-top box such as Apple TV or Roku. However, if cable TV is used, a set-top box is still required to connect to the TV. See set-top box. Also called ...

Two major cable television providers are taking an initial step to move away from a piece of hardware that allowed subscribers to watch digitally-encrypted TV channels using third-party set-top boxes.