What Kind of Data Does an Open Caching Node Make Available?
The types of data made available from specific Open Caching APIs is documented in their respective specification documents. JSON packages and data structures are also cove
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Can I Manage Open Caching Nodes In the Same Way I Manage My Other Caches?
The short answer is “yes.” Because of the programmatic nature of Open Caching Nodes, they can be managed in much the same way. But, the interoperability between caches, when they …
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Are There Any Commercial Adoptions of Open Caching?
Yes. Several major operators have embraced Open Caching as well as some streaming providers. You can read about some of these implementations on the case studies page.
What Operating System is Required to Deploy Open Caching
The Open Caching specifications do not define an operating system. Rather, they define functionality and how that can be implemented programmatically (i.e., via APIs). So, you can build an Open …
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Do Open Caching Nodes Work Well With Other Caching Technologies?
Open Caching Nodes are intended to be interoperable. Through programmatic interfaces (i.e., APIs), a streaming provider can manage Open Caching Nodes using whatever management systems or means they currently have. …
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Where Can I Buy Open Caching?
The specifications which define Open Caching, once they have been ratified by the Streaming Video Alliance board and membership, are available free-of-charge to the public. Some vendors are offering commercialized …
Do I Have to be a Member to Participate?
Yes. In order to participate in the development of either the Open Caching specifications or code projects, you must be a Principal member of the Streaming Video Alliance.
