https://askleo.com/whats_the_difference_between_streaming_and_downloading_a_video_and_how_does_it_impact_the_limits_my_isp_imposes/

Most videos are a download link, like any file.
They will start to copy the file to your device.

A streaming link ( created by the video host) is different.




Bucket versus hose.

It would have to be on the serving end, with a "streaming server" and that that must be a lot more complex than a download link.

We usually have no choice in the matter for everyday stuff.

I would just have to suck it up, download, watch, delete. I don't think I care that much. 4th marriage of daughter of my friend.

There's a few sites out there with the express purpose of sharing videos. Youtube lets the poster restrict access to the video, if that's a concern. I'd bet at least some of the others do the same.

and honestly...it is her daughters 4th marriage...I want to be polite and look, comment but I don't really care about this much at all. ya know?

YouTube actually works using “download”, not “streaming” –

So, it might be the same situation, except more hurdles to leap.

They didn't mention it.

mostly works most of the time

“Thanks for sharing with me. The file size is a bit too much for me to download with my current internet speed but I will save the link to watch when I have better streaming connectivity”.

I use a hotspot for internet and can’t always view videos, so I have to let people know and then later when I am somewhere with good Wi-Fi, I will do my downloading and watch stuff at my convenience.

"It was lovely" and deleting the video. It might only be a few minutes at a ridiculously high resolution or it might be 90 minutes of low-res agony. Depending on your device, you may not even be able to watch it.

Not much help, I know but it's a bit steep to expect a 1 gig download on your phone. Ask her to put it on you tube.

Hope all is well with you,