Plugin
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Plugins are program modules which extend the basic functionality of TV-Browser.
A concept behind TV-Browser is that its program kernel remains small and slim. The kernel is just responsible for maintaining and displaying tv-data, as well as maintaining plugins and user settings. This ensures that the kernel program remains stable. Using plugins, the user can activate exactly the desired functions. Moreover plugins allow users to add new functionality.
"Normal" Plugins
A so-called "normal" plugin extends TV-Browser by functionality which is related to tv-data. This might for instance be a service reminding the user if a certain show starts.
TV-Data Services
TV-data services supply TV-Browser with data.
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