The best chunk size for low-latency streaming is dependent on a number of factors based on different use cases, and there is often a need for some compromise and tradeoffs in quality or speed. Nadine Krefetz, Consultant, Reality Software, Contributing Editor, Streaming Media, asks three industry experts what their chunk size preferences are for their requirements.
26 Sep 2022
Consolidation is an accelerating trend in OTT, but how does this impact the economic viability of diverse programming, and what are the risks of simply recreating traditional linear cable bundles and reducing viewing choices for users, especially in the context of FAST business models?
23 Sep 2022
Rema Morgan-Aluko talks about the ways her teams at Fandango, Vudu, and Rotten Tomatoes have developed unique methods to consolidate both short-form and long-form workflows across platforms while also optimizing speed, quality, and costs.
21 Sep 2022
While definitions of "the cloud" can range widely, cloud usage for streaming ultimately results in several improvements to technological capacity and more efficient use of production funds. Four industry figures discuss the different ways they define and use cloud technology to improve workflows and meet complex customer needs.
19 Sep 2022
Tim Siglin reflects on his 25-year-long career as a writer, instructor, and consultant in the streaming industry along with his professional partnership with Eric Schumacher-Rasmussen.
12 Aug 2022
FAST (free ad-supported television) is on the rise, but how can content distributors thrive in this very competitive landscape?
12 Aug 2022
Eric Schumacher-Rasmussen reflects on recent unexpected changes in his life, including a surprising newfound appreciation for the Grateful Dead, and his thoughts on his long-time tenure as editor of Streaming Media now that he is moving on from the role.
12 Aug 2022
The name of the game for designing a hybrid classroom or meeting space is balancing inclusivity of the remote and on-premise audiences that a colleague sometimes refers to as the "zoomers" and "roomers," respectively. Here's a look at some gear that can help you achieve that balance.
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