Around the world, the growing number of digital TV delivery systems is fueling demand for digital set-top boxes. TV service providers, whether they offer pay-TV or free-to-air services, are increasing the number of end-users they serve and their reliance on digital set-top boxes (STBs). Set-top boxes today offer more than content security and conditional access: They also offer a number of new and exciting interactive capabilities. These include digital video recording, video-on-demand, interactive programming guides, and online gaming. The integration of content security and interactivity is likely to continue to support growth in the STB market for the next several years.
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