| Dependency | Impact | Mitigation | |------------|--------|------------| | | Core to synchronized playback | Use NTP‑based clock sync on clients; fallback to server‑driven timestamp on reconnection. | | WebRTC Scaling | Voice chat may strain media servers at peak usage | Deploy SFU nodes in multiple regions; enable audio‑only mode for low‑bandwidth participants. | | Cross‑Device Compatibility | Different browsers/TV SDKs handle media events differently | Extensive automated cross‑platform test matrix + manual QA on key devices. | | Privacy Regulations | Storing invite tokens & chat logs must comply with GDPR/CCPA | Encrypt token data at rest; give users ability to delete sessions. | | Network Variability | High latency can cause desync | Adaptive bitrate + automatic resync algorithm; show UI feedback when latency > 300 ms. |

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