Camtasia and Jing are screen recording programs that allow users to record their computer screen for education and training purposes. Camtasia has more extensive editing capabilities but is more complex and costly compared to Jing, which is free but has a 5 minute recording limit and basic features. After evaluating both programs, Jing is recommended for its ease of use and ability to get started immediately, making it suitable for basic screen recording needs.

1. Software Evaluation
Screen Record Programs
Camtasia | Jing

2. Overview
Screen record programs allow users to make video
recording of their computer screen and have
become an integral in education and corporate
training programs.
There are many screen record programs available,
each with various features.
This evaluation will compare Camtasia and Jing.

3. Camtasia Features
User guide and tutorials
Pre-production platform
Extensive editing capabilities
Shareability

4. Camtasia Pros and Cons
Pros
Export capabilities
Editing options
Free trial
Cons
Software installation
Intimidating dashboard
Cost

5. Jing Features
Simple format
Ease of basic editing
Each capture has URL for sharing
Screencast.com compatibility

6. Jing Pros and Cons
Pros
Free
Quick
Informal
Cons
5 minute limit
Basic features
.swf format only

7. Comparison
Camtasia Features Jing
x Directions clear and easy to follow x
Easy to start and exit x
Users can easily resume x
x Functional and free of bugs x
x Graphics are appropriate

8. Comparison
Camtasia Features Jing
x Sound can be turned off and on x
Useful management features
Basic tasks easily learned and
intuitive
x
x Advanced features are easy to
access and apply
x Menu-driven tutorials

9. Recommendation
After research and utilization, I’ve found that Camtasia and Jing
can be useful for very specific applications.
Jing was easy to load and the navigation was user- friendly on
the first attempt. The features were minimal, but users can get
started immediately.
Although complex and feature-rich, the cost of Camtasia
coupled with the significant learning curve for new users makes
this program somewhat less desirable.
My recommendation is Jing.