Category: Glossary

DNS Alias: Allows mapping root domains to other domain names, can exist alongside other DNS records. CNAME: Only maps subdomains and replaces all other records.

A Service (SRV) Record in DNS specifies the location (hostname and port) of servers for specified services, such as SIP, XMPP, or Microsoft services. Format includes priority, weight, port, and target.

WebVTT (.vtt) files are used to add captions, subtitles, descriptions, chapters, or metadata to videos on the web. Each file includes timecodes and associated text.

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Alias Record: A DNS record used to map a domain to another domain name, allowing it to coexist with other records (like A or MX). Typically used for root domains. CNAME (Canonical Name) Record: Points one domain to another. Useful for subdomains, but cannot be used on root domains.

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A .vtt the file format used for displaying timed text tracks (like subtitles or captions) alongside HTML5 videos. It’s readable, easy to edit, and supports metadata, styling, and cue timing.

A live streaming encoder is a software application that converts video and audio input into a digital format suitable for broadcasting over the internet in real time. It compresses and formats the content so it can be transmitted to streaming platforms or CDN servers. Popular Examples:

A cryptographic key used in SSL/TLS encryption, paired with a public certificate to secure web traffic. The private key must be kept confidential on the server.

A type of video format where all lines in each frame are drawn in sequence (non-interlaced), resulting in smoother playback, especially for digital viewing.