Category: Glossary

The Default Playlist feature under Scheduled Playlist acts as a fallback mechanism to ensure uninterrupted 24/7 streaming. If the scheduled playlist encounters an issue (e.g., a content gap or technical failure), the default stream automatically plays pre-defined content. 

A Scheduled Playlist is a feature that allows users to create and automate the streaming of pre-selected video content at specific times. It enables seamless playback of multiple videos as a continuous stream without manual intervention.

Session Policy defines how long a secure token remains valid for accessing content on a platform. It manages URL validity to control access and prevent unauthorized use. 

The Stream Source refers to the URL or address from which the server pulls the video or audio stream for processing or playback. This URL contains key components that identify the location and protocol of the stream 

Filters is a tool used in live transcoding to modify video streams by applying enhancements or effects, such as horizontal/vertical flipping, adding logos, text watermarks, or overlaying images. They ensure content customization for branding or specific technical needs.

Transcoder logs provide detailed real-time information about the process of converting a video or audio stream into different formats, resolutions, or bitrates. These logs are essential for monitoring and debugging the transcoding process. 

The Pull Zone feature is primarily used for content delivery acceleration. With this feature, you can deliver content from your origin server through the CDN. This feature supports website acceleration, live stream delivery, as well as VoD delivery. Additionally, you can set up and configure your website or application for advanced security measures to prevent […]

A Push Zone is a feature that enables cloud storage of files. With a Push Zone, you can upload your files to 5centsCDN for storage and delivery. There are two types of Push Zones available: HTTP Push Zone and VoD Push Zone. The HTTP Push Zone allows you to upload any type of file, while […]

Multistreaming refers to the ability to simultaneously encode and distribute a live stream to multiple platforms, such as YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and others, using 5centsCDN.

A setting to determine how files are compared between source and destination storage, such as by file size or modification date, to ensure accurate copying or synchronization.