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HLS or HTTP Live Streaming is the most efficient method to broadcast live over the Internet. It divides the feed into smaller packages, which enables efficient delivery.

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Framerate (fps) OTT/CTV

Rate of the speed of a frame, that is, the number of images (frames) contained in one second of video. When the human eye sees 10 to 12 consecutive images per second, it perceives the images individually, but when the number of frames is greater, the eye perceives the images as if they were moving. The NTSC system uses a frame rate of 29.97 fps and the PAL system of 25 fps.

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Chromecast built-in OTT/CTV

Technology that enables the user to enjoy their favorite shows, entertainment and applications on their television or speakers using their mobile device, computer or tablet as a remote control

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AI (Artificial Intelligence) OTT/CTV

Machine learning model that allows programs to simulate the human learning model. In the video market, this model is used to generate content recommendations, follow user activity within the platform, and generate metadata through audiovisual content.

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PiP OTT/CTV

Stands for Picture in Picture. Technology for displaying two video images on a TV screen simultaneously. The main video image is displayed in full screen and the secondary video image in a smaller window.

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VTT OTT/CTV

Stands for Video Text Tracks. Subtitling method that synchronizes video speed with text speed using timestamps. See also: Closed captions and subtitles

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Open Source OTT/CTV

Free program or set of code for public use, and modification by developers.

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Linear TV OTT/CTV

The linear TV nomenclature refers to traditional television services. That is, the model in which programs are transmitted over the air using systems such as digital terrestrial television or a satellite connection.

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4K  OTT/CTV

Ultra-high definition video. We refer to 4K when the screen has 4,000 horizontal pixels.

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