Hands-on projects show developers how to use emerging multicast technologies, Internet multicast protocols, software, and hardware. Teaches developers how to use ActiveX in developing efficient multimedia multicasting applications for the Web. Explains the significance of using network routers to improve distribution of video streams across the Web. Provides valuable guidance on how to purchase and install networked equipment and software for multicast applications. Includes case studies of successful multicasting projects, including the United Nations-sponsored "Summit of Hope" on the MBones.