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BBC iPlayer

BBC iPlayer is an online streaming service provided by the BBC, allowing users to watch television shows, films, and live broadcasts on demand. Launched in 2007, it offers a wide range of content, including dramas, documentaries, and news, all accessible via the internet on various devices like computers, tablets, and smartphones. Users can catch up on programmes that aired in the past 30 days, and some content is available for longer. iPlayer is free to use for UK residents, who need to have a valid TV licence, making it an essential part of the BBC's digital offerings.