More software and hardware is being developed to utalize the capabilities of the internet. Downloading images and sounds has never bean easier. Software companies distribute sound and video players that enable people to listen and/or see the music before they decide to buy it. With sound and audio readily available over the internet, the internet is quickly makeing it's way into the television market. Companies like WebTV are developeing technogies that enable people to use their own television for surfing the internet. This could have a profound impact on the music industry as live concerts are already available over the internet, but you have to watch it on your computer. A television internet connection allows for several users to view any given site all at the same time, a perfect oppertunity for musicians to widen their fan base.
Liquid Audio - - software products that provide an end-to-end solution for music and audio on the Internet.
Full Tilt Design Inc. - presents Net Sessions, which allows multiple musicians to play midi instruments over the Internet at the same time.
Mediatron - a service developed for the marketing of MIDI Music to vendors and the public via telephone and the Internet.