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Every mega event presents unique security considerations as compared to any other hospitality event. Thousands of people, many times an international crowd, are compressed into a relatively small area. This fact makes mega events a prime target for everything from petty crime to terrorism.
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Mega events depend on a large number of spectators, both at home and in stadia, to be successful. Therefore, it follows that if the flow of information is disrupted the success of the event will be at stake.
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The Media Server is the basis for production of the World Cup. All final edited clips are stored on the server, which consists of a fully integrated network cluster of XT[2] production servers provided by EVS.
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Modern timekeeping at the Olympics requires 230 tons of equipment including but not limited to 43.5 miles (70 km) of copper and fiber optic cables, Omega SA’s 3-‐part system and ScanOVision photo finish cameras (Swiss Timing).
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The article heavily emphasizes how reliant mega events are on successfully recording and analyzing data across several different sectors. The paper aims to examine the overall network infrastructure required in order to broadcast large scale sporting events such as the super bowl, world cups and the Olympics. Many different factors come into play during these events and the use of accurately recorded data and efficient technology is key. Monitoring attendee flow, as it pertains not only to attendance numbers but foremost security shall remain a priority for any event - large or small.