Simplifying Multi-CDN Delivery with HLS / DASH Content Steering

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Publisher: SMPTE — White Plains, NY, USA
Doc Type: Conference Paper
Content Type: Original Research
Volume: 2023, No. 10, pp. 12–15
Abstract: Content Steering is a new feature in both HLS and MPEG DASH standards, enabling regulating the use of multiple CDNs for streaming. Its key promise is the simplification of the design of multi-CDN delivery systems. No custom client plugins, DNS redirects, or CMS integrations are needed to deploy multi-CDN systems. It also addresses the problem of seamless in-session switching. In this paper, we will review the principles of operation of the HLS / DASH content steering method and explain how to design practical mass-scalable systems using it. We will also survey the current state of adoption of this standard by HLS/DASH streaming clients and related open-source tools and projects.
Publication Date: 2023-10-16
DOI: 10.5594/M002018
ISBN: Print: 978-1-61482-964-5
Link: https://doi.org/10.5594/M002018
Author(s): Yuriy ReznikBrightcove Inc, Boston, MA, USA
Adam WaldronBrightcove Inc, Boston, MA, USA
Guillem CabreraBrightcove UK Ltd, London, UK.
Keyword(s): HLS, DASH, Content Steering, Multi CDN, CDN Switching
Copyright: © 2023 Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers, Inc.

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