The DVB-C standard EN 300 429 describes the framing structure, channel coding, and modulation for digital multiprogram television distribution by cable. It describes a system based on the MPEG-2 system layer ISO/ IEC 13818-1, which is harmonized with the transmission standard for satellite, with the addition of an appropriate forward error correction (FEC) technique.

In contrast to traditional broadcasting, many different bodies are working on IPTV technology services.