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Hint: The Connection Types options may seem unfamiliar if you are new to streaming. You may
find it helpful to read over Section 15.6, entitled Streaming Strategies, in this case.
After selecting a Connection Type and clicking OK, the Name field in the main Configure Stream
Connection panel is highlighted, to encourage you to supply a descriptive name for the preset.
BROWSER BASED 15.3.1
The basic Browser Based connection option can arguably be thought of as the lowest common
denominator, and also the least demanding approach in terms of learning curve for you, the
operator. The only local setting required beyond the initial Connection Type selection is the URL
of the Home field (see Section 15.2) for the streaming site you intend to use.
Many of the organizations providing streaming services offer free accounts with limited
capabilities and options, often ad-sponsored. These arrangements can be just what you need to
get started experimenting with live streaming, or may even satisfy all of your needs in this
regard. Generally, the companies involved also offer paid-for accounts as upgrades. The
benefits may include such things as removing the ads, more streaming options (such as higher
bitrate and resolutions or multi-bitrate streaming), two-way live chat, and so-on.