Random access
The process of beginning to read and decode the coded bitstream at an arbitrary point.


RealNetworks
Based in Seattle, RealNetworks is the pioneer and current market leader in streaming media technology on the Internet. According to the company, their technology is used to deliver content on more than 85% of all streaming media enabled web pages. The company derives its revenue from the delivery of software products including authoring tools, streaming media servers, and players, as well as streaming media delivery services.