Archives for Wowza Media Systems

The 8 Biggest Mistakes Live Streamers Make (Update)

November 13, 2024

So, you want to be a live streamer. You’ve undoubtedly watched plenty of big shot streamers doing their thing, tuned in to a sporting event in real-time on a mobile device, or maybe even attended…

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RTSP: The Real-Time Streaming Protocol Explained (Update)

July 24, 2024

The Real-Time Streaming Protocol (RTSP) is a tried-and-true video technology. It’s used to control audio/video transmission between two endpoints and facilitate the transportation of low-latency streaming content across the internet.     Along with the Real-Time Messaging Protocol…

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Terra Media HD: Working Together for Massive Faith-Based Audience Growth

June 28, 2024

  Learn how Terra Media HD and Wowza helped grow the Festival of Faiths live event audience by 10,000%.   Download the Case Study   Terra Media HD specializes in live event production and video…

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RTSP to WebRTC: Real-Time Surveillance with IP Cameras (Update)

February 13, 2024

Demand for real-time surveillance continues to grow, with the global video surveillance market projected to reach $83.3 billion in 2028, an almost 10% increase from 2023. Part of this is due to more and more…

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VOD Streaming: What It Is and How It Relates to OTT (Update)

December 5, 2023

Person on laptop with library of VOD movies available through a streaming service like Netflix.

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The Top 13 HTML5 Video Players Around

August 28, 2023

When you watch a video as a viewer, the part of the workflow you interact with is the HTML5 video player. You might have no idea what goes on behind the scenes, from encoding and…

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CDN Use Cases and Practical Insights for Streaming (Update)

June 23, 2023

In the digital age where content is king, video streaming has become a vital part of our day-to-day lives. From entertainment to education, millions worldwide consume video content on a regular basis. As both demand…

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WebRTC Encryption and Security: Everything You Need to Know (Update)

March 8, 2023

  Web Real-Time Communications (WebRTC) is the fastest streaming technology available, but that speed comes with complications. Naturally, people question how a streaming method that transports media at ultra-low latency could adequately protect either the media or the…

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HLS Latency Sucks, But Here’s How to Fix It (Update)

January 25, 2023

  Apple’s HTTP Live Streaming (HLS) protocol is the preferred format for video delivery today, although it’s not without its shortcomings, namely latency. Still, streamers flock to it for its reliability and compatibility with a myriad…

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7 Best IP Cameras for Live Video Streaming (Update)

November 22, 2022

  IP camera is short for Internet Protocol camera, describing a category of digital devices designed for no-fuss live video streaming. These user-friendly and versatile devices are a good option when high production quality isn’t a…

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CBR vs. VBR: Difference Between Constant Bitrate and Variable Bitrate (Update)

October 31, 2022

  One of the most common encoding parameters available for live and on-demand streaming is bitrate control, which dictates how the encoder allocates the encoded audio and video data within the file. There are a variety of methods available…

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What Is Low Latency and Who Needs It? (Update)

September 9, 2022

  Here’s a dirty secret: When it comes to streaming, it’s rare that “live” actually means live. Say you’re at home watching a live streamed concert, and you see an overly excited audience member jump onstage. Chances…

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