HTML5 Media

Nebraska.gov uses device-ready semantic code and media.

Device Ready

Nebraska.gov websites can now play video and audio in-page without using third-party applications.

HTML5 rich media support means that rich content is now accessible on any device, including the array of smartphone and tablet devices in the market today.

Another often overlooked benefit to this standard is that HTML5 embedded video and audio files are less taxing on mobile devices’ batteries, which becomes more important as we see more users embracing and relying on the mobile Web.

As the trend away from the desktop and toward mobile and tablet devices continues, HTML5 will play a fundamental role in helping you provide a consistent user experience across all media channels.

Media

HTML5 Video

HTML5 Video plays in device, without the need for software plug-ins or downloaded/embedded social media files hosted by a use third party.

HTML5 Audio

Play audio in-page, without using your operating system or mobile music player.

NCBVI Board of Commissioners Meeting: February 2, 2013
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Nebraska.gov taking steps toward RIA

Rich Internet Applications (RIA) can be described as Web applications that bridge the gap between the browser and desktop. To some extent, a RIA can communicate with the user’s local system to provide an experience that extends beyond the browser.

HTML5 provides native support for audio and video elements. With HTML5, users will no longer need to download a plug-in in order to watch a YouTube video or listen to a song streamed from their favorite internet radio station.