Category: Glossary

The process of extracting the private key from an SSL certificate file (if available) — typically used when configuring HTTPS or CDN services. This must be done securely to prevent unauthorized access.

A software or hardware device that converts (encodes) raw video into a compressed digital format suitable for online streaming. Examples: OBS Studio, Wirecast, or Teradek encoders.

A hardware camera that streams video over an IP network without needing a computer. It’s commonly used for surveillance or live event broadcasting.

The process of adding DNS entries (like A, CNAME, MX, or TXT records) to link a domain name with services like web hosting, CDN, or email servers.

A term used in HTTP communications to define the type of request being made — such as GET, POST, PUT, or DELETE.

A PTR (Pointer) record is used for reverse DNS lookups, mapping an IP address back to a domain name. This is often required for mail servers or verifying IP ownership.

Creating a CNAME (Canonical Name) record in DNS allows you to map one domain name to another. Example:cdn.example.com → cdn.5centscdn.net

A cryptographic key that’s part of an SSL certificate. It’s kept private on the server and used to encrypt and decrypt secure communications between the server and clients.

A command-line tool (curl) used to transfer data to or from a server. It can be used to upload files via HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, or other protocols using commands like:curl -T filename https://example.com/upload

The process of broadcasting live video from an IP (Internet Protocol) camera over the internet. These cameras connect directly to a network and can stream to platforms or CDN services using protocols like RTSP or HLS.