CMN 1160 Midterm: Media studies lecture 1-4

• School: University of Ottawa
• Department: Communication
• Course: CMN 1160
• Professor: Pierre Belanger

Document Summary

Explain the st(cid:396)u(cid:272)tu(cid:396)e a(cid:374)d sig(cid:374)ifi(cid:272)a(cid:374)(cid:272)e of the c tc(cid:859)s regulations on canadian. Telecommunications: generally encompass communication over long distances by telephone, cable or broadcasting, through the transmission of electromagnetic signals. The crtc regulates telecommunications by governing overseeing and establishing conditions for all companies working in the field, with respect to the rights, needs and expectations of canadians regardless of where they reside. Broadcasting: refers to the transmission of programs by means of telecommunication for reception by the public. A broadcast distribution undertaking (bdu) refers to a cable or satellite service provider. Cable: the transmission of television programs to a subscriber network via coaxial cable. Public vs private broadcasting: both regulated by crtc. Administrative tribunal that regulates and supervises broadcasting and telecommunications in the public interest. The crtc is the body responsible for regulating the radio, television and telecommunications. Mandate of crtc : achieving the policy objectives established in the broadcasting act, telecommunications act and canada"s anti-spam.