Darwin Streaming Server 5.0.1.1

Darwin Streaming Server is an open-source streaming media server developed by Apple, designed to deliver streaming audio and video over the internet.

Darwin Streaming Server was originally developed by Apple Inc. and released as an open-source project under the Apple Public Source License.

Key features of Darwin Streaming Server include support for multiple streaming formats (such as Apple's QuickTime format and RTP/RTSP protocols), encryption and authentication, dynamic rate adjustment, and server-side playlist support.

Darwin Streaming Server is primarily designed to run on Unix-like systems, such as macOS, Linux, and FreeBSD. However, it can also be compiled and run on other platforms.

No, Darwin Streaming Server is no longer actively maintained by Apple. The last official release from Apple was version 6.0.3 in October 2009. However, the open-source community has continued to maintain and develop it under the name Darwin Media Streamer (DMS).

Yes, Darwin Streaming Server is free to use, modify, and distribute under the terms of the Apple Public Source License.

Yes, Darwin Streaming Server is designed to scale and handle high traffic loads efficiently. It supports load balancing and can be used in a distributed server environment to handle increased streaming demands.

Some popular alternatives to Darwin Streaming Server include Wowza Streaming Engine, Adobe Media Server, and nginx with RTMP module.

Yes, Darwin Streaming Server supports live streaming using the Real-Time Messaging Protocol (RTMP) standard, allowing for real-time delivery of audio and video feeds.

Official documentation for Darwin Streaming Server can be found on the Apple Developer website. Additionally, there are various online forums and communities where users share their experiences and provide support.