Anticipation is growing over the introduction of Internet protocol TV (IPTV), a new and comprehensive network streaming service which can provide programs on demand and two-way communication.

The new service has received a big boost from the parliamentary committee on broadcasting and communications, which legalized IPTV operations in its regular session.

IPTV is a next-generation TV service allowing two-way communication and video-on-demand by combining broadcasting and broadband Internet. With this comprehensive service, viewers can watch the programs of their choice, read the profiles of the cast or buy products.

An industry official said IPTV will open up a market converging broadcasting and communications and spur home networking and other electronics markets.