kanaalstroming

Kanaalstroming is the practice of broadcasting a live video stream to multiple online channels at the same time. In English, it is commonly referred to as simulcasting or multistreaming. The term is used in gaming, media production, and online education to broaden reach by publishing a single broadcast across several platforms.

Origins and scope: Kanaalstroming developed with the expansion of consumer streaming platforms in the 2010s. It is typically used to reach audiences on YouTube, Twitch, Facebook Live, and other services simultaneously. It differs from post-stream cross-posting, which distributes highlights after a broadcast rather than the live feed itself.

Methods: Creators can use multistreaming services (for example Restream, Castr, Split) that ingest one stream and re-publish it to multiple destinations, or configure encoders (OBS, Wirecast, vMix) to push to several RTMP endpoints. Each method has implications for latency, bandwidth, and chat integration.

Platform policies and considerations: Terms of service vary by platform. Some allow simulcasting, while others have restrictions or require exclusive streaming for certain partnerships. Maintaining a consistent quality across channels is challenging; differences in bitrate, resolution, chat tools, and monetization features may affect the experience.

Benefits and challenges: Kanaalstroming can increase potential reach and redundancy but may dilute audience engagement if viewers encounter separate chats and moderators. It introduces technical complexity, potential lip-synchronization issues, and rights considerations for content that appears on multiple platforms.