Codecs, encoding, CDN, and streaming infrastructure
30 articles
RTMP works everywhere, SRT survives packet loss, WHIP comes from the browser. What each one is for, the SRT streamid error that produces no error message at all, and why all three feed the identical encoding ladder.
Bitrate is a budget of data per second, not a quality slider. Here are the exact ceilings dcast encodes each rung at, sensible ingest numbers for three kinds of content, and the reversal most people get wrong when the connection is the limit.
Technology behind VR and 360 video streaming: equirectangular projection, adaptive streaming, spatial audio. Tech stack guide on dcast.tv
VP9 vs AV1: practical comparison of quality, bitrate efficiency, browser support, and implementation trade-offs.
Practical video encoding settings for streaming: balancing bitrate, resolution, quality targets, and delivery constraints.
Transcoding vs transmuxing in practice: processing trade-offs, quality implications, and operational decision points.
How to design a transcoding pipeline for video platforms with practical scaling, reliability, and quality controls.
AEO for video in 2025: practical tactics for AI search visibility and answer-engine discoverability.
HLS vs LL-HLS vs WebRTC comparison with practical guidance on latency targets and infrastructure implications.
SRT vs RTMP for live streaming with practical guidance on where each protocol performs best.
Compare SRT and RIST transport protocols with practical implications for live contribution and reliability.
SRT protocol explained for broadcasters with practical focus on resilience, latency, and secure transport.
Simulcasting sends one stream to many platforms at once. Setup and tools for streaming everywhere on dcast.tv
How SCTE-35 and ID3 tags carry ad-break, chapter and event signals through live and VOD streaming pipelines.
A practical framework for enterprises to organize, govern, and scale growing video libraries with metadata and AI-assisted workflows.
Optimize video delivery for mobile and 5G networks. ABR and encoding tips for streaming on dcast.tv
Multi-camera live production setup and workflow. Switchers, sync, and streaming on dcast.tv
MPEG-DASH explained: dynamic adaptive streaming, client architecture, and deployment
How to design and run video platforms with microservices. Security and scaling on dcast.tv
How LL-HLS, chunked CMAF, and WebRTC cut glass-to-glass delay to sub-3 seconds — plus the encoder, CDN, and player tuning to get there.
How businesses choose a live streaming stack in 2025: broadcast vs. conferencing, budgeting, and must-have CDN, DRM, and analytics.
Cloud, on-premise, or hybrid? Compare live streaming infrastructure models on cost, scalability, control, and security to choose well.
Pick the right bitrate, resolution, and FPS for your live stream to balance quality and bandwidth across desktop and mobile viewers.
Essential Video Player Features Professionals Need Introduction In today’s digital ecosystem, audiences expect flawless playback, vivid visuals, and instant access—any hiccup can erode trust in a brand. At the same time, businesses demand tight control over how their media appears, who can see it, and what actions view
FAST channels: how to launch your own 24/7 linear TV. Streaming guide for creators on dcast.tv
DASH vs HLS: battle of the streaming protocols. Compare adaptive streaming formats and use cases on dcast.tv
How to Support the OBS Project: Ways to Contribute and Fund Open Broadcaster Software Development Open Broadcaster Software (OBS) has become the de‑facto standard for live streaming, game casting, webinars, and virtually any situation where high‑quality video capture is required. Its success rests on a simple premise:
Building a scalable VOD platform: architecture guide. Design for growth and reliability with dcast.tv
Browser-based video processing with FFmpeg.wasm. Encode and edit in the browser for streaming workflows on dcast.tv
4K vs 8K streaming: bandwidth, codecs, and real-world requirements. Compare resolutions and encoding for live and VOD on dcast.tv
