Entertaiment is a broad term used to describe various forms of enjoyment. It can include amusement, diversion, entertainment and distraction. The word entertain derives from the Latin intertenere, which is related to the Indo-European root ten, meaning to stretch.
The entertainment industry is undergoing major changes due to advances in technology, societal and economic factors. As the industry shifts, consumers are buying less physical products and using the Internet to obtain the content they need. Many independent record artists, producers and filmmakers are also utilizing software to create and distribute their work. The Internet has lowered the barriers to entry into entertainment industries and made it possible for new ideas and new entertainment to emerge quickly.