NETFLIX ACCOUNTS FOR 20% OF PEAK DOWNSTREAM TRAFFIC IN US

Netflix, who started out as a DVD by mail service, has recently made a big push in the streaming world.  Its streaming traffic now accounts for 20% of peak downstream as more and more people take advantage of the quick access.  Not only are people's usage increasing, but the number of devices Netflix has streaming capabilities on has increased.  From the major gaming consoles, PS3, Xbox 360 and Wii to having the service embedded in the television Netflix appears to be everywhere, which is exactly what founder and CEO Reed Hastings wants.  Hastings recently stated Netflix is "“primarily a streaming company that also offers DVD-by-mail.”  Netflix is expected to offer a streaming only tier in US, like Canada currently has, in 2011. [Geek]