A DAW, or Digital Audio Workstation, is a software application used to record, edit, and produce audio. It is essentially a digital representation of a physical recording studio where you can produce audio for a wide variety of mediums including film, gaming, podcasting, music, UX, and more. DAWs allow for multiple track recording and audio editing, while an audio editor is mainly just for editing audio. They can record tracks, build up beats, add instruments or vocal parts, then lay out the arrangement, apply effects, and mix the finished work all within one interconnected hub. DAWs are powerful and versatile platforms that can accommodate a broad range of different uses. They have made music creation more accessible than ever before, and are used by everyone from bedroom producers and songwriters all the way up to top industry professionals. There are many different DAWs available, each with unique features and advantages. Some of the most popular DAWs include Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, and GarageBand.