Oct 20 2007
Alternative to Windows Media Player
Windows Media players can only play files such as .wm(v), .avi, .vob and a few others, but what can you do if you wish to play .flv files? Well there is a light alternative to play a wide variety of files. Did I also mention that it is Ultra-Portable and completely free? VLC player can play files such as those downloaded from youtube which is .flv.
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| Video acquisition | Direct Show |
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You can download VLC player here.
