HLS, or HTTP Live Streaming, is a media streaming protocol developed by Apple that allows the delivery of audio and video content over the internet in real-time. It works by breaking the overall stream into a sequence of small HTTP-based file segments, which are then delivered to the user’s device for playback. This protocol enables adaptive bitrate streaming, adjusting the quality of the media based on the user's bandwidth conditions, ensuring a smoother viewing experience across various platforms and devices.
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