An Analytical Review of Functional Limitations in Free Versions of Debut Video Capture Software

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Debut Video Capture (by NCH Software) is a widely used screen recording and video capture tool. Its free version offers basic functionality, but imposes several technical and operational limitations. This paper systematically analyzes these restrictions—including recording duration, watermarking, format support, editing features, scheduling, and hardware acceleration. The goal is to inform users whether the free version meets specific use cases (e.g., education, tutorials, gameplay) and to compare its constraints with paid alternatives.