Subject description
- Definition of multimedia content and flows.
- Transfer of multimedia content from the source to the destination.
- Networks and protocols for the transfer of multimedia content.
- Transfer network resource access and sharing.
- Forwarding of multimedia data.
- Properties and characteristic of multimedia traffic.
- Techniques of multimedia traffic engineering.
- Transfer demands of multimedia flows and methods of its transfer: the most important transfer parameters, interactivity, real real-time transfer.
- Problems with multimedia content transfer and the assurance of adequate transfer conditions.
- Quality of service assurance: definitions, fundamental principles, standards, parameters, measures.
- Planning and selection of the transfer system.
The subject is taught in programs
Objectives and competences
The aim of the course is the introduction of elements and techniques used for multimedia content transfer. Introduction of fundamental characteristics and requirements of multimedia traffic. The explanation and argumentation of criteria for the selection of the appropriate transfer system for the different multimedia content.
Teaching and learning methods
Lectures and practical laboratory work.
Expected study results
Understanding of the fundaments of multimedia content transfer.
Knowledge and comprehension of fundamental traffic characteristics of multimedia flows.
Knowledge of transfer system elements and the comprehension of their operation.
Knowledge of fundamental principles of adequate transfer conditions assurance.
The ability of selection and planning of a transfer system for quality multimedia content transfer.
Basic sources and literature
- Andleigh, Thakrar, Multimedia Systems Design, Prentice Hall, 654 str., ISBN 0-13-089095-2
- Andrew S. Tanenbaum, Computer networks, Prentice Hall, 891 str., ISBN 0-13-038488-7
- Shrinavas Vegesna, IP Quality of Service, Cisco Press, 343 str., ISBN 1-57870-116-3
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