Video Streaming Monitoring

Zero buffering, zero interruption.

Video streaming has unique performance requirements: users expect instant startup and buffering-free viewing. The slightest problem and they switch to competitors.

MoniTao monitors your streaming platform infrastructure to guarantee an optimal viewing experience.

Why monitor a streaming platform

Real-time experience: Streaming doesn't tolerate latency. Problems are immediately visible.
Complex infrastructure: CDN, encoding, DRM, player - many components can fail.
Live event spikes: A popular live can multiply load by 100.

What MoniTao monitors

CDN and delivery: Points of presence, response time, segment availability.
Backend services: Catalog, authentication, DRM, analytics.
Player APIs: HLS/DASH manifest, DRM license, tracking.

FAQ - Streaming Monitoring

How to monitor stream quality?

Monitor manifest endpoints and CDN response times. High latencies indicate delivery problems.

How to prepare for a high-audience live?

Intensify CDN and encoding service monitoring before the event. Configure enhanced alerts.

DRM sometimes causes playback failures. How to monitor?

Create a test endpoint that simulates a DRM license request and monitor its response time.

Can I monitor multiple CDNs?

Yes, create distinct monitors for each CDN and compare their performance to optimize your multi-CDN.

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