Should I use ECC memory for video streaming to prevent frame corruption?

ECC memory can reduce frame corruption from memory bit flips, but in practice, frame corruption from memory errors is extremely rare with modern non-ECC RAM. You’re far more likely to see corruption from network packet loss, encoder bugs, or overheating. Unless you’re running a 24/7 professional streaming setup with zero tolerance for glitches, ECC is overkill—spend the money on a reliable network connection and a good encoder instead.