ONVIF

ONVIF is an industry standard for network-based video surveillance applications, and has become widely used in the computer industry. It is an open-source, royalty-free application protocol specification developed by a global network of security professionals to enable the interoperability between connected physical security products. ONVIF provides a standard interface architecture for IP cameras, video recorders, and other physical security products to communicate with each other. By using ONVIF, manufacturers are able to create products that are compatible with multiple providers, making it easier to build security systems using the best products from each provider. It is also used for easy installation of network-based surveillance systems and efficient interfacing and configuring of cameras, recorders, analytics, audio support, and other security devices. ONVIF is quickly becoming the standard for the computer industry when it comes to surveillance and other physical security applications.