With the launch of the new git-scm.com site, a series of free Git screencasts is being progressively introduced, beginning with a video titled "What is Version Control?" aimed at users new to Git. This initial six-minute episode provides a concise explanation of the benefits of a version control system (VCS), such as Git, emphasizing its role in facilitating collaborative work on documents, images, and source code. It specifically targets colleagues who require a quick understanding of the value that a VCS offers in collaborative environments. The screencast series is authored by Matthew J. McCullough.