SRTLA (bonding) is a technology that combines Wi-Fi and mobile data at the same time and uses them as one strong connection. When one link weakens, traffic shifts to the other automatically; the stream doesn't break. On StreamRooms this feature is currently in development.
SRTLA distributes the packets of one SRT stream proportionally across several network connections. For example, if Wi-Fi provides 20 Mbps and mobile data 5 Mbps, about 80% of packets go over Wi-Fi and 20% over mobile data. If one connection drops completely, all traffic moves to the remaining one automatically, with no manual action needed from the streamer.
It's designed especially for creators doing IRL (real-life) streaming who don't depend on a fixed internet infrastructure. A weak signal from a single mobile carrier won't cut the whole stream.
No. Like SRT, SRTLA will be offered as a software-based solution; streamers will be able to use it with their own phone and existing network connections (Wi-Fi + mobile data).
SRTLA is currently in development at StreamRooms. RTMP and SRT stream input are fully available today.
SRTLA can combine different network interfaces on the same device (for example Wi-Fi and mobile data) or the multiple connections provided by streaming apps with bonding support.
No. SRTLA is an extra layer built on top of SRT; SRT will continue to be usable on its own, and SRTLA will offer an extra resilience option for streamers who want it.
Setup takes a few minutes and needs no extra hardware.
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