AVG (Algemene verordening gegevensbescherming) is also known under its English name: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Since 25 May 2018, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) applies. This means that the same privacy legislation applies throughout the European Union (EU)…
Video compression is the process of reducing the file size of a video by eliminating redundant data. This lessens the storage space used when playing the video file but with little loss in quality. Video compression is typically done by removing redundant images, audio files, and scenes from a video..
Video codec is a software or hardware that compresses and/or decompresses digital video. Put another way, it converts raw or uncompressed video to a compressed format, or vice versa. It essentially makes file sizes smaller so storage and distribution of videos are easier…
Video aspect ratio refers to the width of a picture or video in relation to its height. It is written as width:height. For example, the 16:9 aspect ratio is 16 inches long and 9 inches high. There are standard aspect ratios used for specific devices and formats. Movies, for example, have an aspect r..
Video bandwidth is the amount of data that can be transferred during a stream within a specific amount of time. Put simply, video bandwidth is the maximum amount of data your server can carry in terms of how much traffic it can handle…
Video resolution is the number of pixels in each frame of your video, which determines the quality of your video and how clear and realistic it appears. The more pixels your video has and the higher its resolution, the higher the quality. The most common video resolutions are 720p 1080p, and 4k reso..
Wirecast is a powerful live-streaming video solution by Telestream designed to help users create and broadcast live or on-demand videos on the web. Unlike most video solutions, Wirecast is easier to set up, has a more intuitive user interface, and provides users more control of all video assets…
A White Label Player is a multimedia player that allows you to publish, manage, and distribute videos in ways that help you stay on brand. The software lets you customize the viewing experience, allowing you to tweak the design, change the colors, add your own logos, and add or remove custom buttons..
Multi-Bitrate is a streaming method that allows viewers to access the quality of video content that fits their internet connection speeds. By using multi-bitrate streaming, even viewers with a poor internet connection can enjoy high-quality videos without interruptions…
An open-source video player is a software program that can be used to play video files but developed in a way where users can use and modify the software in any way they wish. Since it’s open-source, you may find additional codecs and updates that play additional video file types that aren’t sup..
Open Broadcaster Software (OBS) is a free and open-source video production software that helps you record and live stream your video content across multiple platforms. By using OBS Studio, even casual users can produce and stream professional-looking videos using any digital camera, a computer, and..
VAST stands for Video Ad Serving Template is an XML script developed by the IAB designed to facilitate communication between video players and ad servers. It helps video players choose which ad to run, how to run it, how long it should last, and whether to skip it or not…
Over The Top Content (OTT) refers to a media service that delivers movie and TV content to viewers over the internet. OTT bypasses traditional video delivery methods such as cable, satellite, and broadcast TV. All you need to access OTT services is an internet connection and a compatible hardware ..
Video On Demand (VoD) platform is any media distribution platform that allows viewers to watch videos, such as television and movie content, any time, from any compatible device. With VoD, viewers can play, pause, rewind, or fast-forward videos as often as they want and at their convenience…
A video management system is a central video surveillance system that combines software and hardware technologies to enable users and businesses to record, view, manage, organize and analyze video capture from surveillance cameras using one platform…
A content management system (CMS) is a web platform designed to help users create, manage, and distribute content via multiple digital channels, including email, social media, website, and more. One major advantage of using a CMS is that it allows non-technical people to make changes to their webs..
Kaltura is a video hosting and management platform that helps enterprises, media corporations, service providers, and educational institutions engage their audiences online with exceptional video experiences. Founded in 2006, the New York-based software company offers four video services, namely Cl..
AMS-IX (Amsterdam Internet Exchange) is an Internet exchange hub based in Amsterdam, in the Netherlands. As one of the largest hubs for web traffic around the world, AMS-IX has helped ensure that global traffic is distributed faster and more efficiently to end-users for more than 25 years…
A content delivery network (CDN) is a network of servers located strategically around the world to deliver web content faster and more efficiently. The majority of web traffic today is delivered through CDNs. With the right configuration, a CDN can also protect websites from online attacks…
Webcast refers to the live broadcasting of video and audio feeds to an audience over the internet or intranet. The term is derived from “web” and “broadcast.” Not to be confused with “webinars,” a webcast is typically held as “One-to-Many” and doesn’t involve interaction from the a..