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Needless to say that over the past few years, the Internet has become an essential part of our daily lives. The way we use the Internet has evolved, and with that, the way that we consume audio content has changed too. Broadcasting an FM radio station on the Internet is a great way to embrace a traditional form of media and adapt it to the world of today. Not only is it simple to put in place, but it can also help your radio station’s visibility and reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. No geographical boundaries
<\/mark><\/a>2. Grant easy access to your listeners
<\/mark><\/a>3. Record and repurpose your content
<\/mark><\/a>4. Increase your radio audience
<\/mark><\/a>5. Creating an online stream is easy<\/mark><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

No geographical boundaries<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n

The Internet is a wonderful thing, it connects people from all around the world, and it’s no different when it comes to online radio. In order to better understand the potential reach of both FM and online radio stations, it’s important to understand how broadcasting works for both types.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How do FM Radio Stations work?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Traditional FM radio stations use frequency modulation (FM) to broadcast airwaves to radio towers. The signal is sent to radio receivers in listeners’ homes or cars where they can listen to the radio broadcast. This type of broadcasting provides a clearer signal than that of AM broadcasting for example. However, FM radio is limited by the distance from the transmission antenna and can be blocked by barriers such as buildings or the distance between your radio receiver and the antenna. This explains why some radios are easier to pick up in certain locations and, on the contrary, why you may lose certain stations in others. This ultimately means that the distance range for FM transmissions is usually less than 100 miles, making it more limited than AM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How do Online Radio Stations work?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Unlike FM stations, there are no geographical boundaries<\/strong> with online radio! The process for broadcasting online radio is similar to that of FM radio, however, instead of using a radio tower to transmit your signal, you’ll be using the power of the internet.<\/strong> The image below shows how online radio stations broadcast:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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