VOD Insights | Sumble

What is VOD?

Video on Demand (VOD) is a system that allows users to select and watch video content whenever they choose, rather than watching at a scheduled broadcast time. It commonly involves streaming video over the internet or through cable/satellite services, enabling users to access a library of movies, TV shows, and other video content.

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What other technologies are related to VOD?

VOD Competitor Technologies

SDV

Switched Digital Video (SDV) is a technology used to conserve bandwidth in cable television systems. It competes with VOD because it delivers content on demand but uses a switched architecture rather than a dedicated streaming server.

mentioned alongside VOD in 14% (62) of relevant job posts

OTT

Over-the-top (OTT) services deliver video content over the internet, bypassing traditional cable or satellite providers. This directly competes with VOD services offered by these providers.

mentioned alongside VOD in 5% (109) of relevant job posts

IPTV

Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) delivers television content over IP networks. While it can include VOD, it also encompasses live TV and other services, making it a competitor to standalone VOD offerings.

mentioned alongside VOD in 4% (122) of relevant job posts

VOD Complementary Technologies

DRM

Digital Rights Management (DRM) is used to protect video content from unauthorized access and distribution. VOD platforms rely on DRM to secure their content, making it a complementary technology.

mentioned alongside VOD in 3% (60) of relevant job posts

CDN

Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) are crucial for delivering VOD content efficiently to users across different geographical locations. They improve streaming performance and scalability, complementing VOD services.

mentioned alongside VOD in 1% (121) of relevant job posts

Search

Search functionality is important to enable users to find content within a VOD platform, and enables content discovery.

mentioned alongside VOD in 1% (53) of relevant job posts