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Barry Owen is Wowza’s resident video streaming expert and vice president of solutions engineering. In this role, he leads a team dedicated to helping customers succeed. From architecting custom applications to solving complex problems, Barry leverages more than 25 years of experience developing software-as-a-service, cloud-based, and live streaming platforms to create innovative solutions that empower organizations across every use case.
The Future of Video Technology 2025
Download our report, The Future of Video Technology Download the Report Imagine starting your day by checking a video-enabled baby monitor, participating in virtual meetings at work, and ending your evening with…
Read MoreTaking Low-Latency Streaming to the Next Level 2025 is shaping up to be the year of simplified, secure streaming solutions. At Wowza, we’re excited to announce that with our latest Wowza Streaming Engine 4.9.4 release,…
Read MoreHere’s a dirty secret: When it comes to streaming, it’s rare that “live” actually means live. Say you’re at home watching a live streamed concert, and you see an overly excited audience member jump onstage.…
Read MoreWhat is Streaming? Streaming is the real-time delivery of audio and video over the internet, where users can consume content as it arrives rather than waiting for the entire file to download. This contrasts with…
Read MoreWhat is a Live Streaming Platform? Live streaming platforms enable individuals and businesses to broadcast live video content over the internet in real time. From social media streams to professional-grade corporate events, these platforms provide…
Read MoreWowza Streaming Engine Alternatives: Top Solutions for 2025
Are you searching for powerful Wowza Streaming Engine alternatives that deliver exceptional performance without breaking the bank? Whether you need a robust paid solution, prefer an open-source approach, or require a free alternative to Wowza,…
Read MoreUnderstanding Gigabytes (GB): Data Storage & Usage
What is a Gigabyte (GB)? The term “GB” stands for “Gigabyte,” which is a unit commonly used to measure digital information storage capacity. A gigabyte represents a specific amount of digital data and is widely…
Read MoreBest Streaming Software in 2025: Ultimate Guide
Streaming software has become essential for content creators, businesses, gamers, and educators alike in 2025. Whether you’re looking for the best live streaming broadcast software for gaming, webinars, or professional events, choosing the right solution…
Read MoreVideo Streaming Guide: Technology, Protocols & Optimization
Video streaming has revolutionized how we consume media, enabling real-time content viewing without downloads. Whether you’re a content creator, business owner, or developer, understanding the fundamentals of video streaming technology will help you deliver exceptional…
Read MoreWhat is a Video Content Management System (Video CMS) and Why Do You Need One? (Update)
There’s more video content floating around than ever before. Cisco predicted that video would make up 80% of all internet traffic in 2021, up from just 67% in 2016. That number turned out to…
Read More2024 Streaming Trends and Predictions
2024 is upon us, and with another year comes another set of predictions about what streaming trends I believe will gain momentum. Of course, hindsight is always 20/20, so you’ll recognize a few of these…
Read MoreAzure Media Services Alternatives: Migrating to Wowza Video
Microsoft Azure is sunsetting their Azure Media Services platform on June 30th 2024. This means that come June 30th, Microsoft Azure customers will no longer have access to their Azure Media Services accounts and will…
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