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Re: [rtcweb] VP8 vs H.264 - the core issue

Monty Montgomery <xiphmont@gmail.com> Sat, 26 October 2013 00:12 UTC

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>>     The same is true for VP8, so why mandate it as required?
>
> Because we want to guarantee video interoperability without forcing everyone
> to pay licensing feeds.

Remember, it's not about the money.  It's about the market control,
and it's about asking permission (or having to beg forgiveness).

Not saying you forgot; I'm addressing the gallery.

Cheers,
Monty

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