Small pieces of data from an audio file are delivered continually to your computer in order to hear the music continuously.
A fast Internet connection will help streaming audio play without interruption. An audio card and speakers are also required for your computer.
Media players such as iTunes, Windows Media Player, RealPlayer or Winamp are required to play streaming audio.
Streaming music is used for live broadcasts, Internet radio, and can be used in social media websites such as MySpace or Facebook.
Record streaming music using a program that records whatever is being played over your speakers or use a program such as Freecorder that can extract audio from video.