The phrase refers to the act of acquiring episodes of a serialized television program from the internet, often for viewing at a later time or on a portable device. As an example, one might search for a specific television program along with the terms “series” and “download” to locate accessible files for personal consumption.
This practice allows for time-shifted viewing, bypassing scheduled broadcast times, and offline access to content, particularly valuable in areas with limited or absent internet connectivity. Historically, individuals relied on scheduled broadcasts or physical media to access television shows; digital distribution has provided alternatives to traditional formats. However, one must consider copyright law when acquiring copyrighted digital content.