When Windows Media Player 9 Series connects to a server running Windows Media Services 9 Series, broadband users can benefit from the Fast Streaming technologies of Windows Media 9 Series providing an instant-on/always on playback experience. Windows Media 9 Series Fast Streaming consists of three (3) new technologies:
Fast Start - Fast Start delivers eliminates buffering time whether playing a single piece of content, or switching seamlessly between on-demand clips or broadcast channels to deliver to users an instant-on playback experience.
Fast Cache - Communicating with the Windows Media 9 Series server, Windows Media Player caches the stream as far in advance as the network connection will allow, reducing the likelihood of an interruption in play caused by network issues.
Fast Reconnect - Windows Media Player 9 Series automatically restores live or on-demand connections if it is disconnected during a broadcast instead of simply displaying an error and quitting. Combined with the Fast Cache technology, most users will not even know their player was disconnected from the server.
What are the requirements to webcast live audio/video?
The following are required to stream live audio/video to your internet audience:
- Windows Media Encoder
- A Primcast Windows Media Streaming plan
- High speed Internet access (T1, ISDN, DSL, etc). Dial-up connections should not be used for streaming.
- An audio/Video capture card.
Do your Windows Media Server Hosting Plans include licensing fees?
Are the IP’s on your Windows Media Servers static?
All of our Windows Media Servers use static IP’s. We do however recommend using the sub-domain name provided, just in case your account is moved to a different server for upgrades or maintenance.
Once my Windows Media Stream is live, how will my listeners tune in?
Your listeners can tune in with any mp3 stream compatible media player. We recommend the following players: Windows Media Player. Audion for Mac. XMMS for Linux/X Windows.
