Store and Replay allows content to be stored on remote servers and broadcast at times convenient for viewers in different time zones. SmallCast carries multicast program content across non-multicast networks. And scheduled FTP file transfer permits distribution of content to remote servers at off-peak hours when network traffic is low. For scheduled multicast programs, StreamWatch lets the network manager compile viewer demographics, including the number of viewers and their names, locations, viewing times and even the quality of reception they received. Based on this information, the network manager can analyze and chart usage patterns, measure program popularity, bill back viewing time and do network capacity planning.
Enterprises are justifiably concerned about security.
This goes beyond ensuring privacy of internal corporate communications to help department managers control content access for local workgroups. Configurable restrictions enable managers to limit access to the Content Manager to a browser running on a particular hostname, address or set of addresses. With IP Multicast and RTP support come viewing access to the growing number of programs now available on the MBone. This flexibility gives enterprises the ability to balance video quality with applications requirements and bandwidth availability. Inc. Important Notices and Privacy Statement .