Digital Distribution

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Digital Distribution is also known as digital delivery and Electronic software distribution. It is the principle of providing digital information and content over the Internet in the form of products or services. Digital Distribution has been growing steadily and increasing rapidly since the turn of the century due to the rise of consumer broadband. Digital distribution's main uses include: Books, films, music, software, television programs, and video games.

One example of a company that helps artists and their labels get their music into iTunes and other major music digital stores is Catapult Digital Distribution. Catapult Distribution is the leading distributor of audio content to all of the top digital music stores. With their service, artists can get their music on iTunes, Rhapsody, Napster, eMusic, AmazonMP3, and many more. Offering the highest payout rate in the world, they serve both artists and labels by distributing their content as quickly as possible into the digital marketplace.

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Digital Distribution Facts

With Digital Distribution many companies save the need for physical manufacturing, distribution or stocking, digitally distributed products involve fewer middle men, and by doing so can return a far larger portion of their price to their creators. Reduces delivery cost as waiting time

One their strengths is it's availability, is globally attainable. Any person with an Internet connection will be able to purchase and obtain a digital copy easily.