Technical Requirements for Webcasts

Library Learning Network

Software for Downlink

Accessing the Webcast requires Windows Media Player (9 or higher).

Viewing Site

We suggest that your institution identify one primary site that has video projection capability so that the program can be viewed on a large screen with all viewers in the same room. There are two advantages to a common viewing area. One is that it makes a better setting for discussion and interaction and it minimizes the strain on your internal computer network caused by adding up the streaming signals to individual computers. (For example, two desktops viewing the program at 500kps would completely utilize a T1 [1.5mbps] internet connection, with the stream and resulting overhead.) Gathering the participants in one room minimizes the traffic and assures a cleaner signal.

Internet Access

The program will be streamed in 100, 300 and 500kps speed, we recommend the 300kps speed for desktop use and the 500kps speed for projection use. The 100kps speed can be used at sites where the network is unable to handle the higher speeds.