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6 screencast tools: You have a few options when it comes to screencasting (such as Camtasia which offers to record your screen for $299, or Camstudio). However, if you want simpler applications that can do the same thing without the heavy toll on your computer's memory or your wallet, try these easy-to-use web-based solutions. Since all of the following offer the recordings for download, you can edit the screencasts to your liking in your preferred video editor, or start over with ease.

"Screencast-O-Matic is the original free and easy way to make a screen capture video recording with audio (aka screencast) and upload it for free hosting all from your browser with no install!" mentioned at ASCUE10 captures audio from computer while capturing which is often difficult with screen capture programs.

Youtube upload timed out and didn't work

looks very easy

Optimized for screencasts, TechSmith video codecs provide lossless image quality combined with the smallest file size possible.

pretty good intro for beginners. Covers tweetdeck

This is an amazing site that allows you to share your screen live with up to 250 viewers for free. You can even view the screencast on ipad/iPhone and Android phones. Perhaps most exciting of all is that you can use the site to control the viewed computer remotely, a useful feature for fixing any computer problems from afar. You need to download a small file to start sharing. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/ICT+%26+Web+Tools

QuickScreenShare.com is the simplest way to share screens with anybody: No registration required and completely free.Nothing to install for sharer or sharee (assuming you have Java).Works on Windows, Mac, and Linux.Even lets you remotely control mouse and keyboard!This free service is a side project from the creators of Screencast-O-Matic.com and is still in BETA. 

http://www.insidehighered.com/blogs/technology_and_learning/screen flow_youtube_quick_robust_feedback#Comments mac only and costs money

mac only and costs money

supposedly used in all Khan Academy screencasts, along with camtasia.

screencasts of problems

ScreenSteps combines everything you need, screen capture, image editing and documentation authoring, allowing you to create better documentation in less time.

"Screenjelly records your screen activity with your voice so you can spread it via Twitter or email. Use it to quickly share cool apps or software tips, report a bug, or just show stuff you like. "

14 min video: Good story has 3 parts: beginning, middle and end. Start with the end.

only 24 pictures, but simple to use and hosted on web.

Talk for free while watching videos, pictures, and presentations together. Looks very social, not too business like. Works with FB Free but if you want desktop sharing you need Pro. No price on pro yet. This is beta

I'd like see how many views my links are receiving. Is that possible? Yes, it is! Here is how:

"Watch free technology training videos! "

OmniDazzle is a set of fun and useful enhancements that help you highlight certain areas of your screen, create special effects, and track the location of your mouse pointer. Each plug-in can be configured to suit your own particular preferences: change colors, make objects bigger or smaller, or change the way you activate the OmniDazzle plug-in of your choice. By allowing you to manipulate your screen, OmniDazzle offers practical features for doing presentations, taking screen shots, focusing on specific tasks, and adding visual information to your desktop.

OmniDazzle is a set of fun and useful enhancements that help you highlight certain areas of your screen, create special effects, and track the location of your mouse pointer. Each plug-in can be configured to suit your own particular preferences: change colors, make objects bigger or smaller, or change the way you activate the OmniDazzle plug-in of your choice.

follow the steps below to upload to YouTube directly from your webcam or camera