Closed captioning
Closed captioning (CC) is the process of displaying text on a screen to provide visual representation of the audio portion of a program or video. It is primarily used to assist individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, but it can also be beneficial for people learning a new language or in noisy environments.
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It is primarily used to assist individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, but it can also be beneficial for people learning a new language or in noisy environments. Closed captions can be either open or closed, with open captions being permanently displayed and closed captions being user-selectable. The use of closed captioning has become increasingly common in television programming, movies, and online videos, and it is regulated in many countries. The Wikipedia page on closed captioning provides an in-depth overview of its history, uses, technology behind it, regulations, and benefits for various user groups. It also delves into the challenges faced in implementing closed captioning and the ongoing efforts to improve accessibility in media.