GoCast
6.5#7 in lecture capture softwareFree planFree planWebSelf-hosted
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| Fact | GoCast | Opencast |
|---|---|---|
| Access controls | Courses can be public, limited to enrolled or invited users, or available to logged-in users with a LRZ ID. | Fine-grained viewing and editing permissions are built in, and LMS integration can provide single sign-on. |
| Purpose | GoCast is a self-hosted platform for live-streaming and recording lectures. | Opencast is an open-source video management system for academic institutions, built for automated video capture and distribution at scale. |
GoCast suits organizations that want to host lecture streaming and recording on their own infrastructure. Its course imports, scheduled streams, and audience controls are relevant to educational settings.
Opencast suits academic institutions that need scheduled or classroom video capture and managed distribution. It is also a fit for teams using an LMS or self-hosting on Linux.