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Why Did the Major TV Networks Force Locast's Streaming Service to Shut Down?

Locast has permanently closed its doors, a consequence of losing a copyright infringement lawsuit brought against it by NBC, ABC, CBS and FOX. The digital streaming app provided over-the-air television to customers for free, something the major broadcasters said was illegal when they sued in 2019. Here's a closer look at the two-year legal battle, plus alternatives you can try if you used the Locast service.

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