What is Redstream?
Redstream is an open-source media server application that allows you to set up your own streaming media server to store, manage, and stream your digital media files. It is designed to be lightweight, flexible, and easy to setup while still providing powerful media streaming capabilities.
Some key features of Redstream include:
- Compatible with major media formats like MP3, FLAC, MPEG-4, H.264, etc.
- Automatic media library organization and metadata extraction
- Secure user access control and permissions
- Transcoding support to stream media to various devices
- Cross-platform support - works on Linux, Windows, MacOS
- Responsive web-based UI for remote access and admin controls
- Supports Chromecast and Airplay streaming
- Active open-source development community
With Redstream, you can easily stream your music, videos, and photos to many different devices over your home or office network. It provides a central media storage hub while also giving you remote access when away. The open-source nature makes it free to use and customize as needed.