RTSP vs. HTTP streaming

• RTSP

  • Movie data rate must be no larger than connection allows
  • No file stored; better for long movies
  • Canít stream all data types
  • Can do ìliveî

• HTTP

  • Can have higher data rates; better quality possible
  • File downloaded; replay is easy
  • Can stream all QT data types
  • Canít do ìliveî

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