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Ask HN: Which streaming media server and video player to use?

I have a database consists over 1,000 hours of video contents. I have average of 1 million unique visitors monthly. I would like to achieve being under $500 monthly of the maintenance costs.I am looking for a streaming media server that can stream internationally level and capable of starting 720p-1080p video quality in few seconds.Also, I am looking for right video player that can be...

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What if we decided to use embeddable videos from vimeo and youtube?
How do I include that into app?
I have no coding experience with app development. Other options?

Ask HN: Building a video publishing app in 2 months with only $5,000?

My supervisor challenged me to create an app that showcase video posts (which can be connected to RSS feeds)and make them shareable via all social sites in two months and up to $5,000. I know there are many free app building sites, but with $5,000, I am sure I can make it better than just using free app building site. What is your advice?

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Okay, I apologize for misuse of better. What service would you use to build an alternative of YouTube, but yet have advertising features like Hulu?
What about having Wowza Media Server with Rackspace and Amazon S3?
That is true, but if you could create something that is similar with service that is available via third party. What would you do?
Also, I do use adap.tv for the video ads and companion ads.

Ask HN: Searching for the answer to improve the online video streaming service

DeafTV’s mission is to help people find and enjoy the world's premium signed video content when, where and how they want it. As DeafTV pursue this mission, DeafTV aspire to create a service that users, advertisers, and content owners adore as their own. DeafTV will be the primary broadcast network devoted to signed content, reaching viewership via broadband video systems, websites, mobile...

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