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Jan Ozer is a leading expert on H.264, H.265, VP9, and AV1 encoding for live and on-demand production. Jan develops training courses for streaming media professionals, provides testing services to encoder developers, and helps video producers perfect their encoding ladders and deploy new codecs. He’s a contributing editor to Streaming Media Magazine and blogs at www.streaminglearningcenter.com.
Unlocking Flexibility with Wowza’s Deployment Options
When it comes to live productions, one size never fits all. Each project or event comes with its own unique requirements. Recognizing this, Wowza offers unparalleled flexibility with its deployment options. Whether you’re a security-conscious…
Read MoreLive Transcoding: Quality and Cost Considerations
For many single stream H.264-based live events, choosing the best transcoding option is simple; CPU-based transcoding will do. As the number of input/output streams grows, and output codec requirements become more complex, choosing the right…
Read MoreH.264 Codec: Advanced Video Coding (AVC) Explained (Update)
This article provides a quick overview of the H.264 codec: what it is, how it performs, what it costs, and what it’s good for. We’ll conclude with a section on what you need to…
Read MoreThe 7 Best Hardware Encoders for Live Streaming (Update)
If you have questions about what to look for in a hardware encoder, this article will walk you through the right things to look for before buying one. I’ll also identify some of the best…
Read MoreElevating Live Event Streaming with Wowza
Live event streaming presents unique challenges, especially when it comes to delivering the highest possible quality while managing costs effectively. Whether streaming concerts, conferences, or product launches, businesses require a platform that provides reliability, scalability,…
Read MoreProducing user-generated content (UGC) presents unique challenges due to highly variable input quality, unpredictable demand, and the resultant need for cost-effective scalability. These challenges were explored in a recent webinar featuring Wowza’s Barry Owen, who…
Read MoreLive Event Transcoding: Where Quality and Cost Savings Meet
Live event streaming presents unique challenges, especially when it comes to delivering the highest possible quality while managing costs effectively. Whether streaming concerts, conferences, or product launches, businesses require a platform that provides reliability, scalability,…
Read MoreSecurity and Surveillance Transcoding: Maximizing Cost Efficiency
Modern security and surveillance systems—whether for retail, smart cities, or traffic monitoring—face immense demands. Managing thousands of input streams from cameras operating 24/7 requires a video streaming platform that balances reliability, cost-efficiency, and performance. In…
Read MoreVideo Surveillance Systems: Choosing the Right Platform
You’re developing a video surveillance system, and you know that media handling will be at its core. You have several options: building from scratch, deploying a third-party media engine, or utilizing a hybrid approach. This…
Read MoreBroadcasters: Choosing the Right Streaming Software or Service
In the fast-evolving world of broadcasting, selecting the right streaming software or service is crucial for delivering high-quality, reliable, and engaging content to your audience. With the increasing demand for live and on-demand video, broadcasters…
Read MoreLive events are a powerful tool for marketers, driving engagement and activity across the buying funnel. To make the most of these events, understanding how viewers interact with your content is crucial. This is where…
Read MoreWhen preparing for a live streaming event, ensuring a seamless viewing experience is paramount. As a video engineer, your role involves meticulous pre- and mid-event checks to prevent potential issues. Here’s a guide to the…
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