Streaming is difficult to learn because of the number of technology components that must interact to make it work. Streaming Media will provide a toolkit to help readers get started with streaming content. The CD-ROM will include the author's streaming software package that allows readers to configure, monitor, and manage a live encoded media stream. The book will cover major platforms from Microsoft, RealNetworks, and Apple. It will help you choose audio and video equipment, capture and edit, and set up a streaming site. Included are server issues, digital distribution systems, advanced enterprise streaming, and narrowband versus broadband. He covers uses like email streaming, marketing, training, revenue opportunities like pay-per-view, subscriptions, and streaming banners. Legal issues, and the future of streaming with wireless devices are also addressed.