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ONVIF stands for the Open Network Video Interface Forum. It is a global industry forum that aims to develop and promote a standard interface for network video products. The primary goal of ONVIF is to ensure interoperability between different network video devices, regardless of their manufacturer. This means that a camera from one company should be able to communicate and function with a video recorder from another company, as long as both devices comply with ONVIF standards.

The ONVIF standard covers various aspects of network video device functionality. This includes device discovery, video streaming, event handling, PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom) control, and much more. By adhering to these standards, manufacturers can create products that are more flexible and easier to integrate into existing or new surveillance systems. This reduces complexity for end-users and system integrators, as they are not locked into a single vendor's ecosystem.

ONVIF compliance is typically categorized into different profiles, such as Profile S for basic video streaming, Profile G for edge storage, and Profile T for advanced video streaming. These profiles allow users to identify specific functionalities supported by a device. The widespread adoption of ONVIF has significantly contributed to the growth and evolution of the IP-based video surveillance market, offering greater choice and scalability to users worldwide.