PlayStation Network (PSN) is an online gaming and media content distribution service. Sony Corporation originally created PSN to support its PlayStation 3 (PS3) game console. The company has expanded the service over the years to support other Sony devices, plus streaming music and video content. PlayStation Network is owned and operated by Sony Network Entertainment International (SNEI) and competes with the Xbox network.
How to Sign in to Playstation Network on PS4 – Complete Guide
You can access PlayStation Network through:
Access to PSN requires setting up an online account. There are both free and paid subscriptions. PSN subscribers provide their preferred email address and choose a unique online identifier. By logging in to the network as a subscriber, a person can participate in multiplayer games and keep track of their statistics.
PSN includes a PlayStation Store that sells games and videos online. Purchases can be made using standard credit cards or a PlayStation Network Card. This card is not a network adapter, but simply a prepaid debit card.