Author Archives: Max Wilbert

Which CDN Does Your OVP Use?

Which CDN Does Your OVP Use

  Do you know which CDN (content delivery network) your online video platform (OVP) uses? If not, we recommend giving this topic some thorough consideration! Why? A CDN network can affect every performance indicator for online video operations. In this article, we’ll examine the impacts of CDN network choice on performance. We’ll also consider which […]

Best Broadcast Video Software Compatible with All Streaming Solutions in 2019

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  One essential part of live video streaming and online broadcast video is an encoder. These tools may be referred to as hardware encoders or broadcast video software. This article will focus mainly on looking at broadcast video software. Specifically, we’re going to look at which encoding software is compatible with ALL common streaming solutions. […]

How Your OTT Provider Can Optimize the Mobile Video Experience

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  Mobile is increasingly the king of content. In 2018, forecasters estimate that 2.38 billion people will be streaming live video or download video. And more than three-quarters of these people will be doing so on a mobile device. This article is focused on how your OTT provider can help you optimize for this massive and growing […]

Cloudfront vs. CloudFlare vs. Akamai CDN for Live Video Streaming Delivery

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  When you’re streaming live video, you need to know your content will reach viewers quickly and reliably. Generally, that means using a Content Delivery Network, or a CDN. A CDN provides better quality live streaming and allows you to scale to massive viewership while maximizing quality of experience. This blog will compare Cloudfront vs. […]

Online Video Broadcasting from a Studio Environment

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  Most television stations use studio-style broadcasting–and for good reason! A studio setup allows you to instantly produce an affordable, highly professional real-time video. In recent years, the cost of video equipment has fallen significantly. Today, as a result of this trend, it’s possible to set up an online video broadcasting studio at an affordable […]