Network Distribution and the Internet Snake! – Transcoding Anywhere 

Video content distribution faces challenges and conflicts, particularly in balancing high-quality delivery with technical and commercial constraints. Different network endpoints have varying requirements, such as bandwidth limitations or specific codec needs, making efficient distribution complex. While live transcoding can help, traditional solutions often rely on centralized data centers, leading to high processing costs and dependency on strong connectivity. This paper explores an alternative approach that decentralizes live transcoding, leveraging distributed edge-transcode technologies to optimize network utilization, reduce cloud OPEX costs, and enable scalable, cost-efficient content delivery.

David Edwards, Adam Nilsson, Pierre Le Fevre, Jonathan Smith | Net Insight | Stockholm, Sweden