Video Over IP: A Practical Guide to Technology and Applications

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

 

Table of Contents:

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