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WebRTC

An open-source project and browser API that enables real-time communication (audio, video, and data) directly between browsers without plugins.

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Overview

WebRTC (Web Real-Time Communication) allows for peer-to-peer (P2P) connections between users. It handles the complex tasks of NAT traversal, signal processing, and secure data transmission.

Core Components

  • getUserMedia: Access to the user's camera and microphone.
  • RTCPeerConnection: Handling the P2P connection and media streaming.
  • RTCDataChannel: Sending arbitrary data directly between peers with low latency.

Use Cases

  • Video conferencing (e.g., Google Meet, Zoom in the browser).
  • Peer-to-peer file sharing.
  • Real-time collaborative tools and gaming.

Related Terms

Peer-to-Peer WebMedia Source Extensions