VMS crash course - Cheat sheet
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Sensing
VMS infrastructure
What is a VMS?
A video management system (VMS) is a software that allows a user to
record and stream live videos from multiple cameras at the same time.
The VMS can run on a server or an NVR/DVR recorder.
Recorder-based systems record and stream video but typically do not
incorporate certain advanced capabilities like video analytics or access
control systems.
Server-based systems record and stream video, and also offer access
control, license plate recognition, analytics, dynamic maps and other
advanced modules and capabilities on the same server. They typically
offer more performance, scalability, and reliability.
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Typical components of a VMS
Storage
Streaming
Visualization
Services
Cameras & other
devices
Archivers &
servers
Routing &
redirection
Tiles, maps &
dashboards
Update &
maintenance
