Ben Jacklin

Ben is a writer from the UK with qualifications in Media and Music Technology, he specializes in software reviews and tutorials. Ben has been blogging about media and tech subjects since he was a teenager from his base in the East of England.

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How to Solve Videos Not Playing on Your Computer

Videos not playing on your computer? Learn why playback fails and how to fix it using converters or even simple driver updates.

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How to Use a Phone as a Webcam [7 Ways]

Want to learn how to use an Android phone or iPhone as a webcam? In this article, we’ll highlight different ways of turning your phone into a webcam.

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How to Fix OBS “Encoding Overloaded” Issue [2026]

Do you want to get rid of the message “Encoding Overloaded” in OBS? Read this article to learn how to deal with the high encoding warning in OBS.

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How to Record Streaming Audio | 6 Free Ways for Any Device

Record streaming audio online with Screen Capture! Also, from this article, you’ll know how to record streaming audio for free with 6 great apps.

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Top 14 Video Editors for Chromebook | Our Choice

The lack of expensive hardware shouldn't damper your creativity. This list of Chromebook apps will help you create your first video.

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Best Free Video-Editing Software in 2026

Discover the best video-editing software for beginners and creators. Compare popular free editors and their key features.

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Get MKV-to-MP4 Converter for Free 2026 [Windows/Mac/Online]

Learn the best desktop and online tools to convert any MKV file to MP4 quickly and easily, tested for speed, quality, and reliability.

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Top 10 Free DVD Rippers in 2026

Explore trusted DVD-ripping software, free and paid solutions for converting DVDs with great quality and speed.

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Top 10 Video-Conferencing Software for a PC or Mac

Discover the best tools for meeting online with ease, from quick browser calls to full webinars, for work, family, or clients.

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Best Free Clipping Software for a PC and Mac [2026]

Best clipping software for gaming: 15 tools compared for instant replay, AI highlights, overlays, and fast sharing.

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15 Best Free Desktop Recorders [2026]

Looking for the best free desktop recorder? Check out our guide on the best desktop recording software free of charge, its pros and cons.

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10+ Best Screen Recorders for Windows 7 [2026]

Read this post for the 16 best screen recorders for Windows 7. Learn how to record a screen on Windows 7 with online, desktop, and browser tools.

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Is Video Grabber Safe? Choose The Best One

Check out the 14 best video grabbers in this article. Best online, desktop, browser, and mobile options to grab video from a website included.

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17 Best Free Video Recording Software [2026]

Need the best free video capture software? In this article, we’ll take a look at some options to help you choose the right free video recorder.

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[2026] 10 Best Free Streaming Audio Recorders

Looking for a free streaming audio recorder? Take a look at the ten best streaming audio recorders for Windows 10 and other operating systems.

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