Protocol Comparison

Streaming Media Protocols: RTMP, HLS, DASH Streaming media helps you reach audiences on phones, tablets, and desktops. Three common protocols guide how video is sent and played: RTMP, HLS, and DASH. They share a goal—deliver reliable video—but they handle encoding, packaging, and delivery in different ways. RTMP in brief Real-Time Messaging Protocol (RTMP) was built by Adobe for live video from encoders to servers. It runs over TCP and keeps a steady stream between the source and the first server. In controlled networks, RTMP can offer very low delay, but today browsers do not play RTMP directly. You usually ingest RTMP to a server, then repackage for delivery to viewers. This path is common for live shows and events that need quick turnarounds. ...

IoT Protocols: MQTT, CoAP, and Beyond IoT devices range from tiny sensors to industrial machines. The way data moves between devices, gateways, and apps matters for speed, reliability, and power use. Two popular choices are MQTT and CoAP, each with strengths for different tasks. Beyond them, other protocols fit specific needs. Understanding their patterns helps you pick the right tool. MQTT is a lightweight publish-subscribe protocol designed for low bandwidth and spotty networks. Devices publish messages to a central broker, and interested apps subscribe to topics. The broker routes data to subscribers, which makes it easy to scale. MQTT supports three quality-of-service levels and keeps a session alive for devices that go offline. It shines in home automation, fleet tracking, and sensor networks where data arrives in bursts. ...