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Streaming Media (Frequently Asked Questions)

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How does Webmaster Media Maker stream audio and video?

Will I need a streaming server?


What is the technology being used by Webmaster Media Maker?


Are the audio or video files cached in the user's browser?


Does the user need to download any software to listen to the audio and view the videos?


What additional hardware do I need to use Webmaster Media Maker?


What software do I need to install on my web server to use Webmaster Media Maker?


What are the additional requirements that I will need to make things work?


How big the file sizes can be for both audio and video?


Is there any limitation on the length of time of the audio and video files?


How do I convert my audio files to web streaming format?


How do I convert my video files to web streaming format?


Do you have an option to auto-play or not auto-play an audio or video file?


Will a person on Macintosh or Linux be able to see the audio video players on my website?


Can I use Webmaster Media Maker on more than 1 site?


I am a webmaster. I want to use Webmaster Media Maker for my clients. What do I do?


Can I resell Webmaster Media Maker or send a copy of the software to my subscribers?


Nah! Your FAQ doesn't answer my qestion. What do I do?

Details

How does Webmaster Media Maker stream audio and video?
Webmaster Media Maker integrates Generator Software and Web Players into one powerful program that installs quickly and operates just like any other Windows software. Webmaster Media Maker generates the complete file set required to stream audio and video. These files are then uploaded to your webserver. Top

Will I need a streaming server?
No, you will not need a Streaming Server. Top

What is the technology being used by Webmaster Media Maker to stream audio and video?
Webmaster Media Maker uses a technology called "Progressive Download".
When the video is played, the video file is downloaded to the client's computer (hard drive) before playback. This file is served from a normal web server through an HTTP request just like a normal web page or any other downloadable document.
Unlike traditional download-and-play methods of video delivery however, the file starts playing before it has completely downloaded. Top

Are the audio or video files cached to the user's browser?
Yes. Like all other browsing elements like graphics, animations the audio and video files are cached to the user's browser. Top

Does the user need to download any software to listen to the audio and view the videos?
No. Apart from the Flash Pluggin (the same pluggin that is required to view flash animations on a web page) no other software is required. Top

What additional hardware do I need to use Webmaster Media Maker?
Absolutely nothing! Webmaster Media Maker runs on any normal PC or laptop running on Windows 95/98/Me/2000/XP. Top

What software do I need to install on my web server to use Webmaster Media Maker?
You do not have to install ANY software on your webserver whatsoever. Top

What are the additional requirements that I will need to make things work?
You may need a mic if you intend to record audio, a webcam or a movie camera for video. To build HTML website pages you may need software like Frontpage, Dreamweaver or any other HTML editor. And to upload your files you may need a FTP software like SmartFTP or CuteFTP. Top

How big the file sizes can be for both audio and video?
Frankly there is no such limitation. Top

Is there any limitation on the length of time of the audio and video files?
No not at all. You can use any audio and video files of any length with both streaming audio and streaming video software. Top

How do I convert my audio files to web streaming format?
The audio web streaming format is Mp3 format. Our streaming audio software has a built in Mp3 converter to comvert WAV files to MP3 as well as downsample other Mp3 files to optimized Mp3 format. Top

How do I convert my video files to web streaming format?
The video web streaming format is FLV (Flash Video) format. With our streaming video software we give a copy of our FLV encoder free ($29.99 value). This FLV encoder will convert your video MPEG and AVI files to FLV format. Additionaly it will also convert Windows Media files like WMV and ASF to MPEG format, and eventually you can convert them to FLV also. Top

Do you have an option to auto-play or not auto-play an audio or video file?
Yes definitely. You have options whether to auto-play the audio or video or not on page load. Top

Will a person on Macintosh or Linux be able to see the audio video players on my website?
Yes definitely. The audio video players are compatible with any leading browser including but not limited to Internet Explorer 5.01, 5.5, 6.0 and above, Netscape, Mozilla Firefox, Opera, Safari (MAC), Konqueror (Linux). Top

Can I use Webmaster Media Maker on more than 1 site ?
Yes you can, for your own websites. You do not have to pay additional fees. Top

I am a webmaster. I want to use Webmaster Media Maker for my clients. What do I do?
You need to purchase a commercial license. The commercial license costs are as follows:
Streaming Audio Software: $79.99
Streaming Video Software: $79.99
Both Streaming Audio + Streaming Video: $124.99
You can always contact us for any further assistance on this.

Can I resell Webmaster Media Maker or send a copy to my subscribers?
Strictly No. However you are welcome to join as our affiliate and make money as you promote and sell Webmaster Media Maker to your subscribers/lists. Top

Nah! Your FAQ doesn't answer my qestion. What do I do?
Contact Us without any hesitation. Top

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