FFmpeg is an open-source, cross-platform solution for handling multimedia data, including audio, video, and other related formats. It provides tools for converting, streaming, and manipulating multimedia files. FFmpeg supports a wide range of formats and is widely used in video and audio processing applications.

Features of FFmpeg:

• FFmpeg enables conversion of multimedia files between different formats, allowing users to easily transcode videos and audio files.
• It provides support for a wide range of multimedia codecs, both for video and audio processing, enabling compatibility with various formats.
• FFmpeg can capture and encode video and audio from various sources, including live streams, webcams, and screen recording.
• Written in C, FFmpeg is highly efficient and optimized, making it suitable for processing high-quality multimedia content on both small and large systems.
• It includes detailed logging features to track the processing and conversion of files, helping with debugging and troubleshooting.
• FFmpeg supports integration with other tools and applications, allowing for flexible automation and customization of media processing workflows.
• FFmpeg supports both command-line and programmatic use, with bindings for several programming languages, making it extensible and versatile for different use cases.

To check the version of FFmpeg, run:

 ffmpeg -version 

Disclaimer: FFmpeg® is an open-source project under the terms of the LGPL or GPL license. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any company. FFmpeg is provided "as is," without any warranty, express or implied. Users are responsible for understanding and complying with licensing terms and regulations while using FFmpeg.