Plex

What is Plex?

Plex is a comprehensive media management and streaming platform that enables users to centralize and access their personal media libraries across multiple devices. The Plex Media Server desktop application, available for Windows, macOS, and Linux, serves as the core of the system, providing seamless integration between a user's local media files and cloud-based streaming services

Highlights

• Versatile library management: Organize media into customizable libraries, with automatic metadata retrieval from the internet to enhance content information and display
• Cross-device accessibility: The Plex mobile app allows remote streaming of music, videos, and other media to smartphones and tablets over Wi-Fi, enabling users to access their personal content anywhere
• Smartphone as remote control: The Plex mobile app can also function as a remote control for the media center, providing a convenient way to navigate and control the playback of content
• Wide format support: Plex can play a diverse range of video, audio, and photo formats, as well as integrate with popular online streaming services, offering a one-stop solution for media consumption.