Digital Signage Technology

Digital signage is built on a stack of technologies that most vendors prefer you don't think too hard about. These articles cover the standards, software, and hardware decisions that actually matter when you're building or evaluating a solution.

  1. Open Source Digital Signage: System Comparison & Architecture

    Not every platform that calls itself open source actually gives you control. This comparison shows where the difference really lies.
  2. Why Smil For Digital Signage

    The open W3C standard is purpose-built for multimedia synchronization. Why it exists, how it works, and why it's still the most solid foundation for digital signage playlists.
  3. SMIL Players: The Unsung Heroes of Digital Signage

    The software layer between your content and your screen. What SMIL players do, how they differ, and what to look for.
  4. Advantages of Linux for Digital Signage

    Why Linux dominates serious digital signage deployments and what that means for stability, security, and long-term costs.