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Bandwidth is the generic term for data moving over a network connection.
Bitrate (kbps)Bitrate is measured in kilobits per second (kbps), and can be said to be the same thing as...
BufferA delay is placed between the broadcaster and the listener of generally 10-30 seconds. This is...
DNASShort for "Distributed Network Audio/Video Server", it is the program that takes an audio or...
DSPDigital Signal Processing is software that can do special functions with audio or video while it...
Delay between stream and listenerWe are often asked why there is a delay between the stream source and the listener, this is due...
IP Address (static/dynamic)IP stands for Internet Protocol. It is a numerical address separated by decimal points that...
Internet RadioThe generic term for streaming music on-line. Content is in the form of MP3s, WAVs, sound card...
LatencyIs another term used to describe delay time of a connection between two servers or addresses in...
MP3Mpeg2, Layer 3 is a VERY popular open source compression format for audio. It allows music to be...
MP3 EncoderThe encoder takes a file in one format, and converts it to another. To broadcast, you need an...
MP3 ProA plus in for broadcasters and listeners alike, that is able to add additional quality into a...
OggA different and less popular open-source compression format for on-line streaming music and file...
PortPorts are commonly used in the hosting industry to define the location of a stream or other...
Quicktime MediaA proprietary compression format similar to MP3, except only Windows and Mac users using the...
Real Mediabriefly known also as RealOne Player, is a cross-platform media player by RealNetworks that...
RelaySince running a station requires a large amount of bandwidth, large stations use several servers...
Reserve IP (RIP)No, it's not Rest In Peace. RIP in streaming terms is a list for Reserved IPs. A station with a...
SHOUTcastSHOUTcast is a very popular stream service using the MP3, MP3 Pro, and NSV format. Shoutcast.com...
WinampWinamp is the program by Nullsoft that can play audio and video files, as well as tune into...
Windows Media Player (WMP)Windowns Media Player (WMP) is a digital media player and media library application developed by...
iTunesiTunes is a digital media player application, introduced by Apple on January 10, 2001 at the...