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Does an iframe embeded webcam contribute to a websites bandwidth


We are wanting to embed a live webcam on our website. It is successfully working using an iframe linked to the webcams IP address/port. The website hosting doesn't have unlimited bandwidth. Will this add to the websites bandwidth or does it bypass the web server and stream straight to the browser.

Thanks!


Solution

  • I created a test hosting account that monitors bandwidth. I added the webcam iFrame and let it run for a couple of hours. I checked the bandwidth meter and there wasn't any significant bandwidth used. From this I am assuming the video bypasses the web hosting server and goes straight to the browser. :)