A technique where image sizes and resolutions are dynamically adjusted based on the user’s device, screen size, and network speed to improve performance and load times.
Category: Glossary
Hardware Encoder vs Software Encoder
Hardware Encoder: Uses dedicated hardware (e.g., GPU or ASIC) for video encoding; faster and more efficient, ideal for high-quality or 24/7 streaming. Software Encoder: Runs on general-purpose CPUs using applications like OBS or FFmpeg; more flexible but can be CPU-intensive.
Video Encoder for Streaming
Software or hardware that compresses raw video into a digital format (e.g., H.264) suitable for transmission over the internet during a live stream.
Streaming Data Calculator
A tool used to estimate the amount of bandwidth or data consumed during video or audio streaming based on bitrate, resolution, duration, and number of viewers.
SRV Record (Service Record)
A type of DNS record used to define the location (hostname and port) of servers for specific services, such as VoIP or instant messaging, within a domain.
pfSense DNS Configuration
The process of setting up DNS (Domain Name System) services on pfSense, an open-source firewall/router OS, allowing it to resolve domain names or act as a local DNS server.
SSL HTML5 Video
Refers to HTML5 video playback over HTTPS (SSL/TLS encryption), ensuring secure video delivery by encrypting the data between the user and the server.
Wowza Server
A media server software that allows live and on-demand video streaming. Wowza supports protocols like RTMP, HLS, and SRT, and is used in OTT, broadcast, and enterprise streaming.
SRV DNS
Another way to refer to an SRV record—used in DNS to map specific services to server locations and ports.
SRV Record (Service Record)
A DNS record used to define the location (hostname and port number) of servers for specific services, often used for protocols like SIP or XMPP.