Various on-demand movie and tv services popping up the very last number of years have introduced some new terminology to a lot of us who are not technologically savvy, and who are just beginning to explore the vast, uncharted territories described as the worldwide web. One term that is practically a household term is streaming. The concept of streaming is not new. Radio and tv are streamed. Streaming is, in a nutshell, a delivery method for media. We can stream anything that will be digitalized, including music, see movies online, sports, and tv shows.
One statistic that will surprise lots of people is that 30% of all internet traffic today is from Netflix streams alone. And over-the-top (OTT) media consumption from distributors like Netflix, Hulu Plus and SuperPass is projected to increase by 60% within the next 24 months.
To clarify, there are two types of video streaming - live and on-demand. Live streaming is viewed on the internet simultaneously as a camera captures and digitally encodes the event. Progressive streaming will be the type of streaming that OTT streaming providers utilize. On-demand videos are compressed files which are delivered by a streaming server. When an end-user wishes to stream a film, one example is they are going to select the movie and click on a play button. The OTT vendor will then deliver the requested film through specialized software called a streaming server. The streaming server will assess what is happening on the end user's media player and make adjustments called buffering to make sure that a good viewing experience. The streamed content is not saved on the end user's hard drive. In the event the content is streamed, it cannot be accessed again unless the file is requested again from the streaming company.
Besides streaming, there is the one other delivery method of these compressed files, which is called downloading. When you purchase a movie, song or TV show, you download the file from a web server (as opposed to a streaming server), and you save the file somewhere in which you can access it any time you wish - usually on your hard drive. All too often, at least a portion of the download has to be complete before you decide to can begin viewing the content without interruptions.
Downloads may either be rentals or purchases. If it is a rental, then the OTT provider generally gives a particular time period from the time of rental by which to view the content before the file deletes itself. It's vital to observe that downloaded files can contain viruses and malware, so ensure that you trust any source from that you download a file.
Media players takes on many forms when you stream or view your downloaded purchase. If you watch the content on your computer, you will probably utilize the media player that came with your operating system, or you might download a cost-free or premium media player that the streaming provider recommends. If you wish to watch on your television, you will have to utilize a gaming console, Blu-ray player, internet-enabled television set, or possibly a streaming media player that is linked to your television and your home wireless network. It is critical to make certain that the intended media player is supported by your OTT provider.
Streaming is with no doubt here to stay as part of our entertainment options. Watch as the technology continues to improve and even more options are available to consumers.
One statistic that will surprise lots of people is that 30% of all internet traffic today is from Netflix streams alone. And over-the-top (OTT) media consumption from distributors like Netflix, Hulu Plus and SuperPass is projected to increase by 60% within the next 24 months.
To clarify, there are two types of video streaming - live and on-demand. Live streaming is viewed on the internet simultaneously as a camera captures and digitally encodes the event. Progressive streaming will be the type of streaming that OTT streaming providers utilize. On-demand videos are compressed files which are delivered by a streaming server. When an end-user wishes to stream a film, one example is they are going to select the movie and click on a play button. The OTT vendor will then deliver the requested film through specialized software called a streaming server. The streaming server will assess what is happening on the end user's media player and make adjustments called buffering to make sure that a good viewing experience. The streamed content is not saved on the end user's hard drive. In the event the content is streamed, it cannot be accessed again unless the file is requested again from the streaming company.
Besides streaming, there is the one other delivery method of these compressed files, which is called downloading. When you purchase a movie, song or TV show, you download the file from a web server (as opposed to a streaming server), and you save the file somewhere in which you can access it any time you wish - usually on your hard drive. All too often, at least a portion of the download has to be complete before you decide to can begin viewing the content without interruptions.
Downloads may either be rentals or purchases. If it is a rental, then the OTT provider generally gives a particular time period from the time of rental by which to view the content before the file deletes itself. It's vital to observe that downloaded files can contain viruses and malware, so ensure that you trust any source from that you download a file.
Media players takes on many forms when you stream or view your downloaded purchase. If you watch the content on your computer, you will probably utilize the media player that came with your operating system, or you might download a cost-free or premium media player that the streaming provider recommends. If you wish to watch on your television, you will have to utilize a gaming console, Blu-ray player, internet-enabled television set, or possibly a streaming media player that is linked to your television and your home wireless network. It is critical to make certain that the intended media player is supported by your OTT provider.
Streaming is with no doubt here to stay as part of our entertainment options. Watch as the technology continues to improve and even more options are available to consumers.