Video playback refers to the process of playing back video content on a device. It involves displaying a series of pictures on the screen in a rapid successive rate, typically 30 or 60 frames per second. The following are some key points about video playback:
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File playback: With a file, playback describes media files containing audio or video stored on the computer that can be opened (played) at any time. Examples of such files include videos on YouTube or songs downloaded from Spotify.
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Hardware playback: With hardware, a playback device is a device that can listen to audio or watch video. Examples of playback devices include monitors, speakers, and headphones.
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Streaming playback: Streaming playback is a method of delivering video content over the internet. It involves sending video data in small chunks, allowing the user to start watching the video before the entire file has been downloaded.
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Encoding and container: Video playback involves different technical layers, including the actual frames, the encoding, the container, and the streaming method. There are different video formats and containers, and the encoding and container used can affect the quality and compatibility of the video.
In summary, video playback refers to the process of playing back video content on a device, whether it is a file stored on a computer or a video streamed over the internet. It involves displaying a series of pictures on the screen in a rapid successive rate, and can be affected by different technical layers such as encoding and container.
