How does internet radio work?

Answer by  Amber40 (24961)

When radio is made a digital signal is created by recording equipment. This is then broadcasted through radio tower. Internet radio is made by taking the digital signal and streaming it online. Then radio program takes this signal and converts producing music which you can listen to from your speakers.

Answer by  Amber40 (24961)

The music signal that would usually be sent through a tower and broadcast is simply ran through the internet. Then a program is used to decode it into music so you can listen to it on your computer.