OBS (Open Broadcast Software)

Open Broadcaster Software or OBS is a free and open source software suitable for live streaming and recording. OBS provides broadcasting, recording, encoding, scene composition and real-time source and device capture. Primarily, data transmission is done through the Real Time Messaging Protocol (RTMP) and can be sent to any RTMP supporting destination, including several pre-sets for streaming websites for example, Facebook, Youtube, and Twitch.tv.

Key Features:

• Scene Management: Allows you to create multiple scenes with different configurations of sources (cameras, microphones, images, etc.) and transitions between them.
• Source Management: Supports various input sources, including cameras, microphones, desktop displays, webcams, and media files.
• Audio Mixing: Provides tools for mixing multiple audio sources and adjusting their levels, panning, and effects.
• Video Effects: Offers a wide range of video effects, such as chroma keying, color correction, and image filters.
• Recording: Allows you to record your screen or camera output in various formats and resolutions.
• Live Streaming: Enables you to stream your content live to platforms like Twitch, YouTube, Facebook, and more.
• Plugins and Extensions: Supports a vast ecosystem of plugins and extensions that add new features and functionalities.

Use Cases:

• Gaming: Live streaming gameplay, creating highlight videos, and recording gameplay footage.
• Education: Recording lectures, tutorials, and online courses.
• Business: Creating webinars, product demonstrations, and online meetings.
• Podcasting: Recording and editing podcast episodes.
• Content Creation: Producing video content for social media, YouTube, or other platforms.

Available on: 

• Windows
• Mac
• Linux