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Audacity is free open source software that is used for editing sounds. Audacity has been in establishment since November 15, 2006 and as of May 3, 2009 it has become the 6th most popular way to editing any type of sound. Audaicty is compatible with Microsoft, Mac, and the Linux operating systems. In addition, Linux is also a free open source software and works wells with Audacity because the term "open source" means that anyone with a sense of computer literacy can gain access to a code and change sound information. Audacity is a great tool for beginners because of it's simple instructions. Aducacity cannot be used for live video only audio and most users like audacity to create podcasts. Audacity requires a LAME MP3 endocder to operate effectively. Additional features include noise removal, convertion of tapes into digital recording, and one can change the speed and pitch. However, Audacity has some limitations which include it lacks real time effects. Lastly, here is a link from youtube.com that will show beginners a step by step process of using Audacity for podcasting.[]