Windows Media Services Add-In Ensures Seamless Stream Switching Between On-demand and Live Broadcasts (298719)

SUMMARY

Microsoft has released the Windows Media Services add-in that ensures seamless stream switching between an on-demand ad and a live broadcast by enabling communication between a Windows Media Server and the Windows Media Player.

MORE INFORMATION

The add-in described in this article is beneficial specifically to the advertising community because there is no longer a delay when returning to a live stream from an inserted ad.

This server-side add-in improves the user experience for those users who are using current versions of the Windows Media Player (version 6.4 and later). The Windows Media Services add-in is available from the following Microsoft Web site:

Windows Media Technologies Home Page

Click Downloads at the top of the page. The add-in is located under the Windows Media Tools and Services section.

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