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Mux is 73% cheaper than S3 for video streaming

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Post Details
Company
Mux
Date Published
Author
Dylan Jhaveri
Word Count
1,809
Company Posts That Month
8
Language
English
Hacker News Points
-
Post removed?
No
Summary

The text explores the cost-effectiveness of using different video hosting solutions, particularly comparing Amazon S3 with Cloudfront and Mux for a standard two-minute video viewed by 500,000 people. It highlights the pricing disparity, showing Mux as the most cost-effective option, being significantly cheaper than S3 and Cloudfront. Additionally, it discusses other alternatives like Cloudflare Stream and Vimeo, noting the complexities in their pricing structures. The document emphasizes Mux's transparency and flexibility in pricing, offering resources for cost forecasting and optimization, and describes Mux's infrastructure advancements that enhance efficiency and pricing. It also mentions Mux's additional functionalities, such as auto-generated captions, video clipping, and a robust video player, underscoring its comprehensive video infrastructure capabilities beyond simple storage.

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