IPTV and Internet Video: New Markets in Television Broadcasting

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Taylor & Francis, 2007 - Business & Economics - 240 pages
Make the right IPTV business decisions with a thorough understanding of the technology and the business implications of the broadband video revolution. Master key trends transforming the world of broadcast television and the Web with this guide to hardware, software, Internet applications and the wide range of alternative products and services. Explore why IP is the new gold standard for online video delivery and how it will be monetized. Understand the entire IPTV process, with clear explanations of complex technologies designed to help leaders make informed decisions and drive successful strategies. This comprehensive guide prepares you for IPTV's rapid deployment and future growth with features that include: Clear explanations of IPTV and Internet Video networks and applications Overviews of how the technical solutions are being turned into business models Reality Check perspectives in each chapter that illustrate theories with real-world case studies An expanded glossary that clarifies complex, technical jargon * Reality Check perspectives throughout each chapter tie theory to real-world case studies * Expanded glossary clarifies complex technical jargon * Includes clear explanations of complex technologies, for both technical and non-technical professionals.
 

Contents

Chapter 1 What is IP and Why Use it for Video?
1
Chapter 2 IPTV versus Internet Video
17
Chapter 3 Business Models
31
Chapter 4 Network Overviews
47
Chapter 5 IPThe Internet Protocol
71
Chapter 6 Video Compression
89
Chapter 7 Maintaining Video Quality and Security
107
Chapter 8 Sizing Up Servers
121
Chapter 9 The Importance of Bandwidth
135
Chapter 10 Set Top Boxes
153
Chapter 11 Internet Video Technologies
167
Chapter 12 The Future of IP Video
193
Glossary
213
Index
231
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About the author (2007)

Wes Simpson is President of Telecom Product Consulting, an independent consulting firm that focuses on video and telecommunications products. He has more than 25 years experience in the design, development and marketing of products for telecommunication applications. He is a frequent speaker at industry events such as IBC, NAB and VidTrans and is author of the book Video Over IP. Wes was a founding member of the Video Services Forum. Howard Greenfield is a digital media strategist, industry columnist, and President of Go Associates, a leading global strategic business development consulting firm. Howard has held senior management and consulting positions with Sun Microsystems, Informix Software, British Telecom, and Apple Computer. He was the creator and leader of Sun's first Media Lab, and completed graduate studies at Stanford University. He is a frequent contributor to technology and business publications and conferences world-wide.