In streaming applications, buffers store video or audio data until there is enough information for the stream to be composed. The speed at which data travels from one place to another on a computer network, such as the Internet. The reduction in the size of data in order to save space or transmission time. Compression is performed by a program, which uses an algorithm or formula to determine how best to compress and decompress the data. Digital Video Digital video is the key to content when streaming media.
Digital video is an alternative way of storing or distributing video.
Digital video is usually converted from an analog video source. A digital video signal is represented in '1's and '0's, whereas an analog video signal is represented by a fluctuating voltage signal that is stored on magnetic tape. This difference is similar to the difference between analog audio and digital audio. Encoder A hardware or software application used to compress audio and video signals for the purposes of streaming. HTML Hypertext Mark-up Language.