[Zachariah]

Originally Posted by shete

Ive read the docs and everything .

Man I still dont get how I get music to stream or play .

I have music on my server .

But how do I get that to play with my shoutcast ????

Like if i enter the right IP address ... and I start playing some songs in winamp on my computer ....

will the shoutcast show up and the people can listen to it ????

Make sure you have Unlimited Bandwith on your web package if you plan to host your shoutcast server on your webhost server.

The bandwith useage depends on "# of users connected" and the quility of the song in kbps.

uploadspeed / bitrate = max listeners , always leave some for overhead

Example: 256k upload speed / 56k bitrate = max 4 listeners ( 4* 56 = 224kbps ) keep in mind that your provider says he gives you 256kbps upload, the actual speed might be much lower.

Bitrates
192k CD quility
56k stereo
24k mono (like an AM radio, but works for music)
8k voice
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You will need SSH access to your server or have your host set it up.

- Downloading SHOUTcast Server
http://www.shoutcast.com/download/files.phtml

- Download needed plugin for Winamp to be a DJ
http://www.shoutcast.com/download/broadcast.phtml

I have an old "how to install" I need to update
http://www.gzhq.net/forums/showthread.php?t=6839