Windows Media Streaming

Per GB Pricing | Per User Pricing | Examples | Reporting

Windows Media

By far one of the most popular streaming formats on the internet today. One of the most comprehensive streaming media formats in the industry today. NetroMedia can provide you with all the resources you need to start streaming in Windows media.

All NetroMedia streaming systems are fully compatable and integrated within the window media platform. We can get you started today!

Click here to start streaming with Windows Media

What do I need to get started?

a simple PC
encoding software (NetroMedia will send you links to download this free software)
method of connecting your live feed to the PC
reliable Internet connection
NetroMedia streaming account.

How does it work?

Once the encoding software is installed on your PC, it will then become your live streaming encoder. The live feed or broadcast will be connected to this PC through a audio/video card generally installed in the PC. This encoding software will then "convert" (encode) your live signal to be sent out to the NetroMedia streaming platform through a secure connection. From there NetroMedia will rebroadcast this signal to as many of an audience as you want or need.

Streaming with Windows Media Encoding - How does it work?

Microsoft Windows Media Encoder is a powerful production tool for converting audio and video into files that can be streamed via the NetroMedia server matrix. Here are two articles that can help to understand what streaming with windows is all about.
www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/howto/articles/AutomatingEncoding.aspx

Encoding techniques - How do you capture quality content?

www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/howto/articles/AdvancedEncoding.aspx

For even more information about to make Windows Media streaming work for you project - go to our Knowledge Center for even more information - full links on the left of the page.

What other formats can be used?

NetroMedia's live program supports almost all streaming formats:

FLASH
Quicktime
REAL Player
MP4
MP3
AAC
Shoutcast
and many more

How much does it cost?

Pennies per broadcast hour. NetroMedia has a complete range of streaming packages, from the beginner first time streamer to full scale enterprise level multi terra-byte streamers. Click here for details. Pricing formats are:

Packaged deal
Per user pricing
Per gigabyte delivered
Customized streaming packages - designed to suit your needs
Special one time live event streaming packages - concerts, sporting events, speeches, special events

Available Features:

Reporting	Advertising
Premium Reports Enterprise Reports (Customizable) Raw Log Files Real Time Dashboard Ad Tracking On-Demand Reports Controls Website Player Integration Stream Archiving Stream Limiter Distribution Cache Expiration Policy Concurrent Users Bandwidth BufferBlaster * FireStream (Firewall buster) **	Pre-Clip/Post-Clip Ad-Insertion Playlist Pre-Clip/Post-Clip Ad-Insertion API Security Cache Buster IP Security DRM Connector API Proxy/Relay Server Connector NTFS Password Protection Disable Anonymous Access Relay Security On-Demand Only Wildcard Wildcard Streaming Mp3 Stream

Benefits:

Load Balanced Matrix
Flexible Pricing Options
24/7 Reporting Access
Globally Managed DNS
Redundant Network Architecture
Flexible Billing
Border Gateway Protocol (BGP4)
Best of Breed Bandwidth
Client and Server Side Playlist Compatible
100% Uptime Guarantee
Premium KB access

Live Streaming Support Services:

Live phone tech support for help with set up and connection
Exclusive client login portal
Access to Live Real Time Reporting and Statistics
Complete streaming support document package

Click here to start streaming with Windows Media Today

NetroMedia’s live streaming platform comes with two additional powerful streaming features:

1. BufferBlaster

BufferBlaster is a component to NetroMedia’s service which can dramatically reduce startup aka “buffering” time. Using advanced networking technologies, NetroMedia can actually speed load your clients that are capable of receiving a higher rate of bandwidth than your stream is actually running at. For example, you may have a 1 minute video encoded at 300k that a user on a corporate network wishes to stream. Instead of sending him 300k during the buffering stage, BufferBlaster will take full advantage of the end users available bandwidth. BufferBlaster will speed load the content at blazing speeds that can actually out run a DVD player.

2. FireStream

NetroMedia’s FireStream technology is a revolutionary step in the streaming industry. Do you have users that have problems accessing your streams due to corporate networks, firewall's etc.? FireStream will leap right over any network firewall. If your end users can access your website, they will be able to access your stream. FireStream lets you get your media where other streamers simply will not go. FireWall issues are toast.