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Every live stream you watch depends on a codec. Without one, delivering video over the internet would be practically impossible. Codecs sit at the core of every streaming pipeline — from WebRTC real-time broadcasts to HLS delivery at scale. That’s why understanding codecs matters. A codec is a software or hardware algorithm that compresses digital media for transmission and decompresses it for playback. The right codec determines your stream quality, your bandwidth cost, and your Read more…

If you have heard the term OTT thrown around and wondered what it actually means, you are not alone. Over-The-Top streaming is the technology behind Netflix, YouTube, and Disney+, but it is also the same infrastructure powering telehealth consultations, live online auctions, corporate training platforms, and esports broadcasts. The over-the-top part simply means the video travels over the internet — not through a cable box or satellite dish. Whether you are a developer building a Read more…

You’ve got one stream. Your audience is on YouTube, Facebook, Twitch, and LinkedIn — all at the same time. Simulcasting lets you reach all of them simultaneously from a single broadcast, without running multiple encoders or creating separate content for each platform. That’s the short version. Here’s everything else you need to know — from how the architecture works under the hood to exactly how to set it up with Ant Media Server. What is Read more…