ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Broadcast license

Okay kiddo, so you know how sometimes you watch TV and there's a special channel that shows your favorite cartoons or shows? Well, those channels have something called a "broadcast license".

Think of it like a permission slip from the government that says, "Hey, this channel is allowed to show TV programs to lots of people."

Just like how you need to ask permission to play with your friend's toys, TV channels need permission to share their shows with lots of people. And this permission slip is called a broadcast license.

This license is given out by the government to make sure that only trustworthy and responsible channels are allowed to show TV programs. It also helps make sure that the channels follow certain rules, like not airing inappropriate content.

So, the next time you're watching your favorite show on TV, remember that it's all thanks to the channel's broadcast license!