Live Streaming When Upload Speed Drops
Do you have to put up with stuttering and buffering live streams when the internet acts up? Or is there a way to take control and deliver a smooth,...
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Live Video Streaming Protocols Under Pressure
April 18, 2025
Not all live video streaming protocols are built the same. This blog breaks down how four of the most popular and widely adopted protocols handle...
Packet Loss and Live Streaming
April 11, 2025
This post is part of a 3-part series exploring how different encoders handle tough network conditions. In this article, we’re focusing on prolonged...
7 Tech Companies Your Church Should Know
July 17, 2024
The world is changing fast, especially when it comes to technology. Churches that keep up with new tech can thrive by using these new tools to boost...
Budget-Friendly Multi-Cam Live Streaming: Your Complete Guide
June 5, 2024
For small and medium-sized churches, choosing live streaming equipment can be daunting, especially when starting out or working with a tight budget....
How to Add a Pre-Roll Video to Your Live Stream
March 20, 2023
When it comes to live streaming, adding a pre-roll video can be a great way to engage your audience and set the tone for your broadcast. In this...
Upload Speeds for 4K Live Streaming
December 20, 2022
This post covers the factors that influence your ability to broadcast content in 4K and the recommended bandwidth requirements for 4K live streaming....
HEVC (H.265) vs. AVC (H.264): What’s the Difference?
December 7, 2022
We’ve all been there: Watching an online video, movie, or sporting event when suddenly, the screen freezes up, or the quality isn't what it...
What is HLS Streaming and When Should You Use it for Live Video?
December 1, 2022
Understanding streaming protocols can make a huge difference for your broadcast. Latency, reliability of the stream, and accessibility for your...
Multistreaming: How to Live Stream to Multiple Destinations at Once
November 23, 2022
Streaming to lots of different platforms and destinations (known in the live streaming industry as simulcasting or multistreaming) can help you reach...
Stream and Go Live with Prerecorded Videos on Facebook, YouTube, and More — BoxCast Simulated Live
November 23, 2022
Wouldn’t it be great if you could broadcast a video as if it were live … without it actually being live? If you’re live streaming to Facebook,...
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How to Archive and Store Live Streams
November 18, 2022
You're a broadcaster who live streams a lot of video content for your viewers. You know streaming live is one of the best ways to increase engagement...
How to Live Stream to Facebook and YouTube at the Same Time
October 22, 2022
Social streaming is an incredibly useful way to get your live videos seen by the largest number of people possible. One of the best ways to broadcast...