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IP Multicast

/ˌaɪˈpiː ˈmʌl.ti.kæst/noun
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IP Multicast is a networking method that enables efficient data transmission from a single source to a selected group of recipients on an IP network, minimizing bandwidth usage by sending just one stream. In today's digital world, it's essential for applications like live video streaming and online collaborations, where it outperforms traditional methods by reducing unnecessary data replication and improving scalability.

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IP Multicast was first standardized in 1989 through RFC 1112, and it's estimated that it can cut network bandwidth usage by up to 95% in large-scale video distributions, yet it's surprisingly underutilized in modern consumer internet services due to compatibility issues with home routers.

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