The technology behind the Vancouver Olympic Games

The switches, smartphones, telepresence and Web technologies that will keep the Olympic games running smoothly and keep viewers in touch

NBCOlympics.com is using Microsoft's Silverlight program to provide video and enhanced slideshows. Silverlight is a cross-platform Web browser plug-in from Microsoft that enables multimedia experiences. Viewers can access HD quality video of events and ceremonies, and control viewing through DVR commands.

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