Podcasts Stay PC-Bound

Podcasting is a revolutionary technology for academe, enthusiasts say, because it lets students listen to lectures wherever they want -- in the gym, in the laundry room, on the bus. In theory that kind of portability is powerful. But in reality, a new survey suggests, it might be overhyped.

More than 80 percent of podcast downloads never reach MP3 players, says the Diffusion Group, a technology-consulting firm. Most podcasts, in other words, are still being viewed on computers -- unless, that is, they're being summarily deleted. (Designtechnica)

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