Plex

The jumble of miscellaneous DVD rips, movies, and TV series you've gathered over the past ten years and are now dispersed around your computer and unused external hard drives may be resolved with Plex. Plex is largely a personal media library tool, unlike other streaming programs like Netflix or Disney Plus, and it's made to organize your disorganized files into a clean interface that matches the aesthetic of the major streaming services. The software scans your files, extracts metadata such as the title, cover image, genre, and description, and then tags and organizes everything for you.

The most basic Plex server is a PC-based convenient library that you may use to watch videos. Nevertheless, with a little additional setup, you can stream content from your Plex server to your smartphone when you're away from home, a game console, or even the TV in the living room. You can use Plex as a DVR to record live TV, share your media library with friends, or make your own playlists. In addition, Plex began offering a variety of free streaming movies and TV shows in 2020, extending its reach beyond your personal media.

The premium option, Plex Pass, is available for purchase at several different pricing points. The more important benefits of Plex Pass include live TV DVR support, mobile syncing (wireless file downloads to your phone), and hardware acceleration, which enables your PC or other device hosting your Plex server to more effectively stream media. Plex Pass includes premium versions of Plex's music and photo library features.

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