Continuous media streaming systems will shape the future of information infrastructure. The author puts the subject in context, drawing together the findings of the last decade while the study tested the technology? current status and future potential. Providing accessible technology introduction, presents the basic principles for streaming media system design, focusing on the need for correct and timely delivery of data. Investigate the use of network multicast streaming algorithms to further improve the scalability of the media that very-large-scale streaming systems. Combining theory and practice, this book will appeal to industry specialists working in the distribution of content in general and continuous media streaming in particular.