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Why Use a Virtual Background? The COVID-19 pandemic affected the work behavior of many companies, educational institutions and communities around the world. Remote work and long distance education have increased the need for video conferencing tools. With online conferencing, individuals often encounter new challenges when they lack an appropriate background or find themselves in a situation where they prefer not to share their surroundings with others. At this point, a virtual background becomes an essential Read more…

Live streaming has become a popular medium for content delivery, enabling real-time engagement with audiences across the globe. Whether it’s broadcasting live events, webinars, or interactive video chats, the seamless and uninterrupted streaming experience is crucial for both content creators and viewers. That’s where the concept of high availability comes into play. In the world of live streaming, high availability refers to the ability of a streaming solution to deliver content continuously, without any interruptions Read more…

We are pleased to present to you in this blog post a guide to easily install Ant Media Server without the need for downloading or uploading the installation files. Previously, before this feature was available, you had to download the community version from GitHub or the Enterprise version from your account at antmedia.io. However, now you can easily perform these actions with just a single command using the installation script. So, without further ado, lets Read more…

When it comes to selecting a media server solution for your live streaming needs, pricing is an important factor to consider. Finding a balance between functionality, quality, and affordability is crucial. In this blog post, we’ll compare the pricing of Ant Media Server, Dolby, and Agora, helping you make an informed decision according to your budget and requirements. Dolby vs Agora vs Ant Media Server Step 1: Define Your Specific Needs As a first step, Read more…

If you have Ant Media Server deployed on a AWS cluster and you wish to upgrade it to the latest version, this tutorial will guide you through the necessary steps. By following these instructions, you can upgrade your Ant Media Server AWS cluster and also retain all your existing settings without affecting the MongoDB configuration. If you don’t have a streaming service at scale on AWS yet, then go get one now using AWS Streaming Read more…