After all, what is the difference between IPTV and Gatonet?

Last Thursday (9), the National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel) will block signals from unapproved TV Box devices in Brazil. In addition, the domestic sale of pirated IPTV devices, popularly known as “Gatonet”, will be prohibited.

The measure is a way to protect subscription channels and streaming platforms from the illegal actions of those who provide the signal. However, the issue has made many people skeptical about their device, because There is still a lot of confusion between IPTV, what is TV Box. and most importantly, what is great and what is not.

That’s why today TecMundo better explains the difference between IPTV and Gatonet. Check out!

What is IPTV?

The abbreviation IPTV stands for Internet Protocol Television; this would be in direct translation: TV transmission via IP protocol. In other words, It is a live channel broadcasting tool over the internet.

A great example of this technology is the model that Globoplay uses in their apps. In it, it is possible to watch TV Globo’s programs for free, using your internet connection just by registering on the platform. It is also possible to subscribe to a package with cable channels such as SporTV and Multishow using only the online network.

Some subscription services in Brazil also offer IPTV alternatives for your subscribers. For example, Claro has a TV Box from the operator itself, where the subscriber can watch all the channels in his package over the Internet without the need to use traditional cable.

What is Gatonet?

The name “gatonet” is a reference to the electricity theft colloquially called “gato”, along with the name of one of the most popular operators in Brazilian history: NET.

He makes a reference Illegal streaming channels and streaming serviceswhere “subscribers” pay a lower amount to access much more options than common services.

However, this type of service has a few problems. Starting with the transmission quality, which is much lower than the services that produced the original signal. This is because Gatonet is retransmitted from the illegal hub, which directly affects the quality and stability of the image and sound.

Another problem is related to the way this service is provided. Payments are largely made to employees of illegal companies, without receipts or collateral. For example, if your transmission is interrupted, sometimes there is not even a contact number to report the problem and there is a deadline for resolution.

And finally, the most serious of all is that many of these illegal operators belong to organized crime. Therefore, subscribing to a Gatonet service is contributing to the monetization of these criminals and indirectly engaging in illegal practices.

Now that you know the difference between legal IPTV service and illegal broadcasts on Gatonet, be careful not to get a pirated device and risk not watching your favorite shows.