So it comes to this – to stream or not to stream. Apparently, the flash streamable format is FLV – at least from my limited amount of information on the topic. I have software that will convert avi video to swf or flv. However, Flash video requires a bit of programming knowledge and special plug-ins that I do not have access to at this time.

I’ll learn Flash in semester four of my education. I’m currently in semester two learning about networks. The school is providing me with Flash Studio 8 when the time comes. Hopefully they will give me Flash CS3 instead since that is the upcoming latest version. My GoLive software does not allow me to stream flash video no matter if it’s swf or flv. Maybe it does but I cannot find the documentation, tutorials, or even forums on the topic.

So, I’m giving up my quest to stream Flash to pursue more profitable endeavors such as finishing my education and making a promotional DVD for the Florida Marine Biology trip. Nice.