What does "streaming media" mean?

The continuous delivery and playback of audio and video content over a network without the need to first download the entire file.

What is a synonym for "streaming media"?

Common synonyms include: streamed.

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The continuous delivery and playback of audio and video content over a network without the need to first download the entire file. Internet, uncountable