Hi, Alina, Whichever encoder you use will need to be able to create fragmented MP4 files and Smooth Streaming manifests. If the Inlet hardware is not an option for you at this time, look for announcements from other encoding companies in the weeks and months ahead. In the meantime, you might also contact...

Yes, you can use Live Smooth Streaming with a live source. The simulated encoding example we posted on IIS.net (i.e., get full how-to instructions, a sample client, and the Live Smooth Streaming Starter Kit at http://learn.iis.net/page.aspx/620/live-smooth-streaming-for-iis-70---getting-started/ ) are...

One comment, in case you missed it - you can try the new Live Smooth Streaming feature right now, and you don't need your own encoder or Silverlight client. Use the Live Smooth Streaming Starter Kit to try out this new functionality! Read more here: http://blogs.iis.net/jboch/archive/2009/03/20/live...

The beta of Smooth Streaming (as well as Live Smooth Streaming) is now available! Learn more at http://www.iis.net/media .