Category: Glossary

A feature in VLC that allows users to play media from network sources (e.g., HTTP, RTSP, or multicast streams) using a provided URL.

An online tool that estimates how much internet data is consumed while watching YouTube videos based on resolution (e.g., 480p, 1080p, 4K) and duration.

A command-line tool (curl) that can be used to download several files from a list of URLs in a single operation using scripts or batch processing.

A test video file (usually in .mp4 format) used to check compatibility, streaming quality, player functionality, or CDN delivery. Commonly used in setup and troubleshooting.

A commercial media server software platform that enables reliable live and on-demand streaming to any device. It supports protocols like RTMP, HLS, SRT, and more.

A type of DNS record used to describe the CPU and operating system of a host. Rarely used today, mostly informational.

VLC Media Player supports both playback and basic streaming functionality. You can stream media files over the network using protocols like RTMP, HTTP, or RTP.

A tool that converts raw video/audio files into digital formats suitable for streaming or storage (e.g., OBS Studio, Wirecast, vMix). It compresses and encodes video in real time for live delivery.

A low-latency video streaming protocol that ensures secure, reliable delivery of audio and video over unpredictable networks like the internet — ideal for live streaming.

A cryptographic key used in SSL/TLS encryption to secure communication between a website and its users. It must be kept confidential to ensure the integrity of secure connections.