Zweites Deutsches Fernsehen, commonly known as ZDF, is a public-service television broadcaster in Germany. Founded in 1961, it is one of the country's major television networks, providing a wide range of programming, including news, documentaries, entertainment, and sports. ZDF is funded primarily through television license fees and advertising revenue. ZDF operates several channels, including its main channel, ZDF, and additional channels like ZDFneo and ZDFinfo. The network is known for producing high-quality content, including popular series and films, and it plays a significant role in the German media landscape, reaching millions of viewers each day.