Performance Testing Techniques for Live TV Streaming on STBs

Saketh Reddy Cheruku; Om Goel; Pandi Kirupa Gopalakrishna Pandian

doi:10.36676/mdmp.v1.i2.16

Authors

Saketh Reddy Cheruku Independent Researcher, Pulimamidi Estates Beside Sri Sai Prashanthi Highschool Bhongir Nalgonda Highway, Bhongir Yadadrinbhongir (Dist) Telangana 508116,
Om Goel Independent Researcher, Abes Engineering College Ghaziabad
Pandi Kirupa Gopalakrishna Pandian Sobha Emerald Phase 1, Jakkur, Bangalore 560064

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.36676/mdmp.v1.i2.16

Keywords:

Live TV streaming, Set-Top Boxes (STBs), performance testing, network performance, bandwidth measurement, latency analysis, jitter assessment

Abstract

In the realm of live TV streaming, performance testing is critical to ensure seamless delivery and optimal user experience on Set-Top Boxes (STBs). This paper presents a comprehensive exploration of performance testing techniques tailored for live TV streaming on STBs, focusing on methodologies, challenges, and best practices. With the growing demand for high-quality, uninterrupted live TV content, effective performance testing becomes imperative to address issues related to latency, buffering, and overall system reliability.

The study begins with an overview of the unique performance challenges associated with live TV streaming on STBs. Unlike on-demand streaming, live TV requires real-time data processing and minimal latency to deliver a continuous viewing experience. The paper categorizes performance testing into several key areas: network performance, system resource utilization, and user experience.

Network performance testing evaluates the efficiency of data transmission across various network conditions. Techniques such as bandwidth measurement, latency analysis, and jitter assessment are employed to simulate different network scenarios and determine their impact on streaming quality. These tests help in identifying bottlenecks and optimizing network configurations to support smooth streaming.

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