Encrypted Media Extensions is a JavaScript API that enables content protection for premium videos in the browser. EME is important in how a DRM system works. EME API is a W3C-recommended standard, meaning that streaming media applications are interoperable across different browsers irrespective of the underlying DRM system. The cryptographically trusted agent of DRM systems inside browsers is the Content Decryption Module (CDM). The CDM works by receiving the content keys from the remote DRM License Server. The Content Decryption Module then uses the content keys to decode encrypted videos for playback. Streaming media applications use the EME API to…
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What is Video Bitrate, and How Does it Affect Video Quality?
Some of the most common questions I get asked on video quality are- What is the size of a video for a certain pixel quality? (Say 1 hour 1080p video) What does kbps mean? How much video bandwidth will 1 hour 1000 kbps video consume? I want my videos in 1080/720/480/360 p like Youtube. How does VdoCipher enable that? How many video quality options I need to have to ensure smooth playback across the world? Why does VdoCipher provide video bitrate (kbps) as quality options and not pixels (p)? Here are some key definitions and concepts to help everybody better understand…
MPEG-DASH: Dynamic Adaptive Streaming Over HTTP Explained (2025)
There is a lot that goes on behind every video stream. To stream your videos seamlessly, video streaming protocols play a huge role. They break the video into smaller chunks and send it to the viewer. Depending on your requirements and end goals there are several protocols available. One of these is MPEG-DASH, which is widely used to stream videos online. In this article, I'd shed more light on what MPEG-DASH is, how it works, and also how it compares to HLS, another streaming protocol. TABLE OF CONTENT What is MPEG-DASH? What is MPEG Dash Playback? Is MPEG Dash playback…
How To Prevent Video Download From Your Website?
"How to Prevent video download?" This has been a major concern for any video platform looking to generate revenue for them. Let’s take a scenario which we recently faced with a customer. Andrew, a product head in a major eLearning video platform based in the USA reached out to us. Their platform allows individual teachers to create courses on their platform. These are pre recorded videos and contain the complete syllabus for the year. Their courses were really popular among students. But they saw a steep decline in the number of sign ups and views of their popular courses. After…
Cloud Video Platforms: How It Works & Top 7 List
In 2025, cloud video platforms have become essential tools for businesses delivering secure and scalable video content across the globe. From e-learning and media to enterprise communications and OTT platforms, these platforms provide powerful tools to host, stream, protect, and monetize video at scale. With growing demand for DRM protection, AI-driven analytics, and mobile-optimized playback, selecting the right cloud video solution is more important than ever. Cloud video platform have reduced the infrastructure needs as compared to traditional broadcasting technologies. They are being potentially recognized for their features like unlimited storage, convenience, scalability, and security. This guide explains how cloud…
15+ Best Study Apps For Students In 2025
As a student getting the best out of our studies can be a really major challenge. Keeping up with your studies, assignments, and projects can be really taxing at times. With too much on your plate, it is easy to get lost in the chaos and ultimately get behind your studies. A lot of students face challenges such as remaining productive throughout the year, keeping up with our schedules, memorizing key information, meeting crucial deadlines, and even managing their time better. All these challenges can be easily overcome with the help of study apps for students. Let’s say, you have…