Streaming Media Hosting :: Interactive FAQ's

Streaming is a term too often used incorrectly.
When trying to describe how Flash video and music can be delivered to your website, there are actually two very different methods of media delivery you need to now about; HTTP, or “Progressive Download” which is cached in the browser of a viewer before if can be played, and RTMP which is not cached in the browser and is actually true “Streaming”. These are two very different methods of media delivery which can dramatically impact both cost and user experience. The interactive FAQ Flash application above helps to explain many common questions we're often asked about Streaming and how it compares with HTTP delivery. Go on, ask Tara!

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Use the calculator above to help you estimate your monthly transfer and storage requirements.
As an example; a 2 minute video encoded at 350kbps (kilobits per second) will have a "File Size" of approximagtely 6.9MB (megabytes). This means that file will transfer 6.9MB of information over the internet when viewed. To estimate your monthly transfer, simply calculate the number of times you expect each video to be viewed over a month's time. So, if we continue our example; let's say you expect this video to be viewed 10 times a day. 30 days x 10 views a day = 300 views. 300 x 6.9 = 2,070MB or about 2.1GB (gigabytes). Now, to help estimate your storage needs, add together the "File Size" for each of your videos. While your storage requirements will probably be pretty easy to pinpoint, your transfer will typically fluctuate from month to month. Your streaming representative will work with you to get you into the right package for your level of need, help you avoid problems, and will work with you as your streaming needs grow.