# Getting started

In video streaming, *"carriage"* refers to the method by which encoded video data is packaged on the server side and transmitted for playback on the client side. This process involves structuring the video data into compatible formats, applying necessary protocols, and organizing metadata so that the client can decode and render the video smoothly.

This section covers LCEVC carriage solutions and examines their impact on components across end-to-end video systems. It explores how LCEVC integrates with existing streaming ecosystems, from encoding and packaging to playback, and addresses the impacts on each stage of the video delivery pipeline.

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[Overview of LCEVC carriages](/technologies/mpeg-5.lcevc/carriage/overview-of-lcevc-carriages.md)
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[Carriage implementations](/technologies/mpeg-5.lcevc/carriage/carriage-implementations.md)
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