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Website Audio Options with MP3 files

Categories: | Author: David O'Leary | Posted: 9/14/2007 | Views: 8274

This page will describe options for playing and/or allowing downloading of audio from a website. Ultimately, I think the best answer is a specific combination of the options below: -use flash for streaming, provide a link for downloading, if a feed, provide a link to the rss feed (aka Podcast).

This page will describe options for playing and/or allowing downloading of audio from a website.

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Ultimately, I think the best answer is a specific combination of the options below: -use flash for streaming, provide a link for downloading, if a feed, provide a link to the rss feed (aka Podcast).

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Explanation of the Options

Option 1: Streaming/Flash
The most reliable option to allow users to play the file directly on the site. You'll need to find a flash audio player.
There are many available, both free and commercial, with a large variety of skins (looks).
This sample uses the Wimpy Button.

 

Option 3: Embed Tag
Requires users have things properly configured on their computer. Inconsistent look and results. Flash is a better option.

 

Option 4: PodCast
A Podcast is a special type of RSS feed with embedded MP3s. A podcast is only appropriate for a recurring audio event, i.e. weekly sermon.
Sample Podcast Feed

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