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# What Is This? |
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This is a custom media server written in node JS to stream videos from a remote server. |
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This web system enables users to log into the system and view videos using the basic HTML 5 video player. |
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# Why? |
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- Universal and will run on any device with a web browser |
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- Supports buffering which is useful when connecting to a remote server |
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- Gained security because you don't need to grant everyone user accounts to view content from media server |
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# Why just not use Plex? |
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- Light weight |
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- Easy to install |
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- Easily expandable and hackable to fit your needs |
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