teletext
1 of 1noun/ˈtɛləˌtɛkst/
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a service delivering written news and information through television, currently replaced by other information services provided on a television network
C1Learn more on WikipediaTeletext is a system that provides text-based information, such as news, weather, and television schedules, on a television screen. It works by transmitting data alongside the regular television broadcast, which can be accessed by viewers using a special remote control. Teletext is often displayed as a series of pages that viewers can navigate through, offering a variety of information in a simple, easy-to-read format. Although it was more popular in the past, it is still used in some countries for providing quick, accessible updates and information on a range of topics.
- Teletext was widely used in the 20th century to broadcast news, weather updates, and sports scores on television screens.
- Viewers could access teletext pages by entering specific page numbers using their television remote control.
- Teletext technology allowed broadcasters to provide information in real-time without interrupting regular programming.
- The decline of teletext began with the rise of the internet and digital broadcasting technologies.
- Some countries still use teletext for public service announcements and emergency alerts on television channels.