libdatachannel is a standalone C++ implementation of WebRTC DataChannels, WebRTC media transport and WebSockets.
It is intended as a smaller and easier-to-integrate alternative to a complete browser-derived WebRTC stack. Both C++ and C APIs are provided, allowing it to be embedded in native applications, servers and media systems.
The library includes the core protocols needed for WebRTC connectivity and can use different cryptographic and ICE backends depending on the requirements of the application.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- WebRTC DataChannels.
- WebRTC audio and video transport.
- WebSocket client and server support.
- ICE connectivity establishment.
- STUN and TURN.
- DTLS and SRTP.
- SCTP data transport.
- IPv4 and IPv6.
- Trickle ICE.
- RTP and RTCP processing.
- H.264, H.265, VP8, VP9 and AV1 media handling facilities.
- C++ and C APIs.
- Multiple TLS and ICE backend options.
Website: github.com/paullouisageneau/libdatachannel
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Developer: Paul-Louis Ageneau
License: Mozilla Public License v2.0
libdatachannel is written in C++. Learn C++ with our recommended free books and free tutorials.
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