Hi Dean,

For the LFLFC, we are using mp4 files encoded under the .h264 codec at 1200 kbps, which results in larger files but less pixelization. Until about a year ago we delivered them in Flash, but are now using html5 so that we can deliver to mobile devices (Apple doesn't support Flash, and we had issues with Flash getting updated (seemed like daily), resulting in users unable to play video and not knowing why).

One issue we haven't yet resolved is the streaming vs. download. Under Flash, I could download the entire video to my browser and then play it with no Internet connection, if necessary. With html5, it seems that I have to stream it, which means I have to always be connected. If anyone knows how to force html5 to download to the browser the entire video file, please let me know. We would like to have the ability for the user to choose whether to download or stream the video.

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Hi,

I have a question regarding the streaming of video clips for faculty use. My department uses a Windows server to stream WMV files that have been optimized for streaming using Windows Media Encoder. This process results in a significant loss of video resolution. I was wondering what processes and file types others are using to deliver video clips to their users. Any responses would be appreciated.

Thank You,

Dean Western

Senior Audio Visual Technician

Foreign Language Technology Center

Wayne State University