Video Over IP
A Practical Guide to Technology and Applications
Published on 28. October 2005
Book
Paperback/Softback
520 pages
978-0-240-80557-3 (ISBN)
Description
Video Over IP gives you everything you need to know to choose from among the many ways of transferring your video over a network. The information is presented in an easy to read format, with comparison charts provided to help you understand the benefits and drawbacks of different technologies for a variety of practical applications.
Readers who have a background in either video or networking will benefit from tutorials in both areas and the breadth of coverage that this book provides. Real-life application examples give readers successful examples of a variety of Video over IP networks that are up and running today.
After reading this book, you will be able to:
-Understand the basics of video today
-Understand the basics of IP networking technology
-Differentiate between technologies such as streaming, download and play, and file transfer
-Understand the benefits and drawbacks of a variety of video transport techniques
-Know what information you need to gather about their application before selecting a Video over IP technology and before beginning an implementation
Readers who have a background in either video or networking will benefit from tutorials in both areas and the breadth of coverage that this book provides. Real-life application examples give readers successful examples of a variety of Video over IP networks that are up and running today.
After reading this book, you will be able to:
-Understand the basics of video today
-Understand the basics of IP networking technology
-Differentiate between technologies such as streaming, download and play, and file transfer
-Understand the benefits and drawbacks of a variety of video transport techniques
-Know what information you need to gather about their application before selecting a Video over IP technology and before beginning an implementation
Reviews / Votes
"If you are new to video over IP or want to learn more on the fundamentals, this book could be a great help..." - Videomaker Magazine"The book is easy to read at different levels - from entry level to expert level. Of particular benefit are the checklist updates at the end of each chapter...IP is now a fashionable subject and there are plenty of interesting books on this subject. I find this book among the better ones, for its systematic approach and clarity of the text...The "Video over IP" book is highly recommended for all practising broadcast engineers. As IP is penetrating all areas of broadcast technologies, this book represents an excellent starting point for all of them." - EBU Techincal Review
"...here is a guide that gives you everything you need to know to find the best solution for your application.? - SCTE, Dec. 2005
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Oxford
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Professionals at several different levels (entry level technical, system administration, purchasing/sales, managerial, and executive) in a variety of organizations (content developers and creators, services and carriers)
Dimensions
Height: 234 mm
Width: 190 mm
Weight
1225 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-240-80557-3 (9780240805573)
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Wes Simpson is President of Telecom Product Consulting, an independent consulting firm that focuses on video and telecommunications products. He has more than 25 years experience in the design, development and marketing of products for telecommunication applications. He is a frequent speaker at industry events such as IBC, NAB and VidTrans and is author of the book Video Over IP. Wes was a founding member of the Video Services Forum.
Content
Chapter 1: Overview of Video Transport
Chapter 2: Video Transport Applications
Chapter 3: Video Basics
Chapter 4: Video and Audio Compression
Chapter 5: IP Networking Basics
Chapter 6: From Video into Packets
Chapter 7: Packet Transport
Chapter 8: Video Streaming
Chapter 9: Multicasting
Chapter 10: Videoconferencing over IP
Chapter 11: Content Security
Chapter 12: Transport Security
Chapter 13: IPTV - IP Video to the Home
Chapter 14: Video File Transfer
Chapter 15: Network Administration
Appendix A: Comprehensive Glossary
Appendix B: Reference Guide to Standards
Index
Chapter 2: Video Transport Applications
Chapter 3: Video Basics
Chapter 4: Video and Audio Compression
Chapter 5: IP Networking Basics
Chapter 6: From Video into Packets
Chapter 7: Packet Transport
Chapter 8: Video Streaming
Chapter 9: Multicasting
Chapter 10: Videoconferencing over IP
Chapter 11: Content Security
Chapter 12: Transport Security
Chapter 13: IPTV - IP Video to the Home
Chapter 14: Video File Transfer
Chapter 15: Network Administration
Appendix A: Comprehensive Glossary
Appendix B: Reference Guide to Standards
Index