Digital Video Distribution in Broadband, Television, Mobile and Converged Networks (eBook)

A unique treatment of digital video distribution technology in a
business context, Digital Video Distribution in Broadband,
Television, Mobile and Converged Networks explores a range of
diverse topics within the field through a combination of theory and
practice to provide the best possible insight and exposure. The
theoretical foundations inside assist a fuller understanding of the
technologies used in practice, while real-world examples are
correspondingly used to emphasize the applicability of theory in
the commercial world.



Fully illustrated throughout to help explain the fundamental
concepts of digital media distribution, Digital Video
Distribution in Broadband, Television, Mobile and Converged
Networks is divided into three major parts starting initially
with the basic industry trends that have been driving the adoption
of video and making its distribution over the Internet an
economically viable solution.

This is followed with detail descriptions of challenges and
solutions in distributing video in 'open' networks such
as the Internet. The final part focuses on the challenges and
solutions for distributing video in 'closed' networks
such as the managed network of Telcos.

* Provides an A to Z of digital video distribution featuring
technology, business, research, products and case studies.

* Features research topics exploring P2P Streaming, Digital Video
Distribution over Disruption-Tolerant Networks and Scalable Video
on Demand.

* Includes real world product descriptions on Transcoders, such
as Rhozet, and IPTV Quality of Service Monitoring product, such as
Ineoquest.