Screen recording software

Is there a good 3rd party app to use that is good for recording screen (tutorial or games) that records and you DON'T have to upload,

Currently I am using EZVID, its ok but I would like something where I can record and make my own video rather then upload it to youtube then save the file.

I was told programs like Banditcam works how i want it too, but I don't plan on streaming

thanks mr. Edwin

I use Bandicam extensively.

Check out this playlist. Unlike Fraps, you can even record the desktop and Windows 8 apps.

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvG6XQ9N54PNTxp8G8MPMFW8-xTDy4Dj0

The best one i recommend is Hypercam 2 ,it's got many features than the rest of apps....

Well, Here is what I do:

Record with Fraps
Edit with Camtasia Studio 8, And then render with full Frames (Uncompressed)
Open the rendered file in Avidemux
Render it using x264vfw.. The quality is quite good, But uploading to youtube does degrade the quality a bit..
Here is how my video looks like after upload:

Black Mesa Source - Walkthrough - Unforeseen Consequences

File size is 3.5 GB..