Experiences with the University of London interactive video education network

The authors describe the architecture, facilities and usage of the London University interactive video education network (LIVE-NET), which connects a number of sites in the University. The extension of the reach of the network by use of a direct broadcast satellite (DBS) is described. They discuss how the video facilities are being supplemented by interactive digital services, and how packet video is being used to link the network to others in the USA. They also consider the administrative support which is provided to assist operations