Digital storage of any media requires conversion from analog to digital format. The initial digital format after media production is still a raw file. For it to be stored and accessed across different devices, it needs to be compressed in a particular digital format compatible across the device. This form of video compression for files to make them compatible with a target device is called encoding. The terms video encoding and video transcoding are sometimes used interchangeably, in spite of the use-case difference between the two. Table Of Content: What Is Transcoding? How Does Video Transcoding Differ From Encoding? How…
Moodle Plugin & Embed Tutorial: VdoCipher
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Dacast Alternative for Secure and Customizable Video Hosting
Dacast is a prominent video hosting platform offering live streaming and on-demand video services. While it provides a range of features suitable for various industries, some users may seek alternatives due to specific requirements such as enhanced security measures, greater customization options, or more flexible pricing structures. Identifying a platform that aligns closely with unique business needs is crucial for organizations aiming to deliver secure and high-quality video content to their audience. Vdocipher is a video platform that provides innovative video tech solutions to the E-learning and Media industry. Users can host videos and embed videos on websites or applications.…
iOS App VdoCipher Integration: Security & Customisations Overview
Why Not to Self Host Your Own Videos? Challenges in Self-hosting videos
At VdoCipher, we have worked with thousands of online businesses for their secure video hosting. In this period we have developed a broad understanding of the video hosting requirements that businesses have. A number of our customers had previously tried to self-host video content. Here we share our learnings from working with our customers. We see that in many cases, the first idea that comes to the video creator is to self-host videos. This means having an in-house team to handle video streaming & hosting technology. However, handling the video hosting on their own end is often not technically and…
DRM Player: Secure Video Player
Understanding DRM Systems for DRM Player An online DRM player uses DRM systems which are designed to protect digital content from unauthorized access and distribution. The core components of a DRM system include: Content Packaging: Encrypting the content to make it secure. License Server: Issues licenses to decrypt content. Client/Player: Software or device that plays the content, requests, and enforces the license terms. Specific DRM Systems Configurations Google Widevine Packaging: Use CENC (Common Encryption) standard for packaging content. License Server: Set up a license server or use a Widevine service provider. Client Implementation: Widevine CDM must be implemented in the…