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HLS Streaming Explained: How HTTP Live Streaming Works
HTTP Live Streaming (HLS) breaks video into small segments for adaptive bitrate delivery. Created by Apple in 2009, it uses M3U8 playlists to manage segments and adjust quality based on network conditions. HLS is widely used for live and on-demand streaming across devices and CDNs.
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A solid beginner's guide, but experienced developers may find it lacks depth on HLS vs. MPEG-DASH tradeoffs.
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