Protocols

• HyperText Transport Protocol (HTTP)

  • Batch transfer (download).
  • Single channel between client and server
  • Client makes request, server sends data.

• RealTime Protocol (RTP) RealTime Streaming Protocol (RTSP)

  • Multiple channels for data and control
  • Client makes initial request and can modify the request (pause, resume, jump to time 4:30).
  • Enables the opportunity for on-the-fly bandwidth negotiation.

• Microsoft Media Server Protocol (MMS)

  • MS Specific

• Media Stream Broadcast Distribution Protocol (MSBD)

  • MS Specific (live streaming pre Windows Media Encoder 7)

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