| 摘要 |
Disclosed is a method and apparatus for communicating multiple live video feeds over the Internet. Users may be able to view a plurality of remote locations (102) in real time. In another embodiment, users are able to remotely control a video picture of a distant location. The remote control may be either actual control of a remote video camera or perceived remote control by the manipulation of audiovisual data streams. In one embodiment, text, graphics, and other video information supplement one or more video pictures to provide an educational and entertaining system. Information is accessible to users who are viewing multiple video pictures. The information relates and describes what is being viewed. Users who have different types of equipment, with different data rates, are able to access and use the system of the present invention. In another embodiment, users may interactively communicate with a video lecturer by asking questions and receiving answers. The apparatus may be connected to, and in communication with, broadcast and/or cable television systems.
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