Author Archives: Max Wilbert

FFmpeg Live Streaming – What Professional Broadcasters Need to Know [2024 Update]

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Many professional broadcasters use live streaming software in addition to their online video platforms. Video streaming software typically provides tools for encoding, transcoding, adding on-screen effects, and more. If you are looking for a no-frills, lightweight tool for broadcast live stream production and other video tasks, FFmpeg live streaming software may be the best for […]

Vimeo Pricing and Review: What You Need to Know About Streaming with Vimeo

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Online video streaming is becoming more and more popular as people “cut the cord” on cable and traditional television. The OTT industry, which provides streaming video solutions like Netflix and Hulu, is doing particularly well since more than 69% of U.S. households subscribe to at least one streaming service.  For any business aiming to get […]

What Is HLS Streaming and When Should You Use It [2024 Update]

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With the decline of Adobe Flash Player, the HLS format has emerged as the new standard, offering high-quality streams. The HLS streaming protocol, which stands for HTTP Live Streaming, is widely used for delivering both live and pre-recorded video and audio over the internet. Combined with HTML5 video players, video streams using HLS provide the […]

HLS Encoder and Video Bitrate Settings for HTTP Live Streaming [2024 Update]

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Live streaming is more prominent and accessible than ever. With ever-increasing popularity, live-streaming video content can prove a lucrative strategic move for businesses. However, live-streaming video content requires the right set-up to do it properly so viewers tune in. Fortunately, starting a successful live stream requires only a few important elements. For live video streams, […]

HTTP Live Streaming (HLS) Format – The Pros, Cons and How it Works

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This blog focuses on HLS, or HTTP live streaming, which is one of the most popular protocols used to stream video today. HLS format is an adaptive bitrate live-streaming video protocol. Originally developed by Apple for use on iOS, Mac OS, and Apple TV devices, HLS streaming has become the most widely used live video […]