Best Free Video Editing Software
March 04, 2007 by
They say that you get what you pay for, and sometimes they're right. There is plenty of freeware available on the Internet that isn't worth the time you took to download it. When it comes to video editing software, however, there are a few that work almost as well as the editing software
you pay for, and you won't owe the manufacturer's a dime. If you're wanting to produce a few special home videos or even if you just like to play, here are three free video editing software suites that will get it done.
Apple's iMovie HD
If you're a Mac user, Apple's iMovie HD is a great free video editing software suite that comes with plenty of third-party support. I especially like this particular freeware program because it comes with free plug-ins to enhance your movie-making experience. You can use this program to create podcasts and even live video blog entries and the software is incredibly easy to use. There are several free reference manuals located online that you can likewise download for free.
If you decide that free video editing software doesn't meet your needs, iMovie HD also upgrades to Final Cut Express, which isn't cheap, but provides you with far more video editing tools.
Avid's FreeDV
This free video editing software is recommended especially for students who are operating on a tight budget. Avid's FreeDV allows you to play with some of the more professional video editing tools as you work your way up the ladder. It has a two-screen professional interface that gives you flexibility as you edit your movies and support for both Windows XP and OS platforms.
After you've familiarized yourself with Avid's FreeDV, you can always upgrade to Xpress Pro. Keep in mind, however, that this particular free video editing software isn't as easy to use and troubleshoot as the iMovie HD mentioned above, and you might need to work with it for several months before you can figure out exactly how to use it. It's usually best if you know someone who has used it before and can show you how to make the most of this freeware.
Microsoft's Movie Maker 2.1
Apple's iMovie HD
If you're a Mac user, Apple's iMovie HD is a great free video editing software suite that comes with plenty of third-party support. I especially like this particular freeware program because it comes with free plug-ins to enhance your movie-making experience. You can use this program to create podcasts and even live video blog entries and the software is incredibly easy to use. There are several free reference manuals located online that you can likewise download for free.
If you decide that free video editing software doesn't meet your needs, iMovie HD also upgrades to Final Cut Express, which isn't cheap, but provides you with far more video editing tools.
Avid's FreeDV
This free video editing software is recommended especially for students who are operating on a tight budget. Avid's FreeDV allows you to play with some of the more professional video editing tools as you work your way up the ladder. It has a two-screen professional interface that gives you flexibility as you edit your movies and support for both Windows XP and OS platforms.
After you've familiarized yourself with Avid's FreeDV, you can always upgrade to Xpress Pro. Keep in mind, however, that this particular free video editing software isn't as easy to use and troubleshoot as the iMovie HD mentioned above, and you might need to work with it for several months before you can figure out exactly how to use it. It's usually best if you know someone who has used it before and can show you how to make the most of this freeware.
Microsoft's Movie Maker 2.1
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