### Question
How does the law define multichannel video programming distributor?


### Answer
Under *47 U.S.C. § 522*, **multichannel video programming distributor** is defined as:

> a person such as, but not limited to, a cable operator, a multichannel multipoint distribution service, a direct broadcast satellite service, or a television receive-only satellite program distributor, who makes available for purchase, by subscribers or customers, multiple channels of video programming

#### Citation:
  - *47 U.S.C. § 522*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 5-WIRE OR RADIO COMMUNICATION > SUBCHAPTER V&ndash;A-CABLE COMMUNICATIONS > Part I-General Provisions**

