If you are leaving the university, please delete media that is no longer needed or transfer ownership to the next person that will be using the content. We do not manually delete uploaded video files for users. To see how to transfer ownership to another account visit this tutorial. Files […]
Is the original media file kept in MacVideo?
Source files are retained as part of the transcoding process, so they CAN be retrieved from MacVideo. Although the MacVideo server retains the original copy, it is recommended that the content publisher retain an original copy of the media content for archival or other purposes.
How long can I keep my media on MacVideo?
MacVideo is not a repository for the permanent storage or archival of digital media. Currently, it is the responsibility of each user to monitor the active usage of their media and remove media that is no longer being actively viewed or used. Under our current license, videos will be deleted […]
How much storage is available to me?
While currently there are no formal storage or bandwidth limits in MacVideo, users are encouraged to be mindful about the amount of media uploaded. The cost of McMaster’s use of Kaltura MediaSpace is partially based on the amount of storage and number of times videos are streamed. As a best […]
Can I upload whatever I want to MacVideo?
Users should comply with all McMaster University policies including: McMaster Code of Conduct for Computer and Network Users, Canadian Copyright and McMaster Information Security Policy. You can find the several policies at this link: https://secretariat.mcmaster.ca/university-policies-procedures-guidelines/ We reserve the right to remove, at any time, at its sole discretion, any content […]
How is MacVideo intended to be used?
MacVideo.ca is a service available for hosting and delivery of media files by McMaster faculty and staff for McMaster related purposes. MacVideo is not intended for media storage or archival purposes. While MacVideo.ca content can be delivered to audiences outside McMaster University, the service is primarily meant to support the […]
What does video streaming mean?
Video streaming is content in which the data from a video file is in a compressed form and is continuously delivered via the internet to a remote user. This allows a video to be viewed online without having to download a file on a host computer or device.
What is MacVideo.ca?
MacVideo.ca is our own video portal similar to “YouTube”. It’s a tool that McMaster uses through our Kaltura media hosting license which allows you to make video and other media available to anyone you choose online. MacVideo allows you to: upload video and audio share and embed videos create […]
How to Add and Delete Chapters
Using Chapters in Kaltura Videos Chapters are like bookmarks in the video and can be used to navigate through the video. You can use chapters to mark the beginning of a new topic, highlight important segments, or help navigate through the content of a long video. To edit or add […]
How to Add Tags
When uploading your media you’ll see an optional field to add any tags that is relevant to the content. Type in any words that are relevant to the content and edit it with a comma “ ‘ “ to input the tag. Once you’ve added the tags you’d like hit […]