Video Formats, Encoders, Repositories: the Current State and the Trends
Libraries and law schools have been using video recordings as part of their multimedia technology for years. From class lectures to school events, there is an increasing demand for continuing to do so since patrons and students love to view video content on-line. This session will review the current state of video formats, encoding technologies, and multimedia repositories in law library environments. Free and commercial utilities for video converting and hosting will be demonstrated, and development on video formats and encoders will be discussed. The participants will gain in-depth knowledge of converting video into various formats and how to integrate video content online using various software and free services. The speaker will share his experiences and solutions on developing and deploying Web-based video content in a law school environment.