Windows cannot open C:\Files\clip.mpg

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For DIV3 files read here: http://bsplayer.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=7314
And for AC3 audio streams install AC3 Filter
(search the net for them, or go directly to www.free-codecs.com )

SVCHOST is an important element in WinXP systems... It's used to run several services, I definitely suggest you to format your pc and reinstall Windows.

Originally Posted by alexp

Meanwhile what do you recommend to be able to watch AVI files with smallest size as I have Dial-up 56K only.

Do you mean "the smallest decoder to play as much AVI as possible"?
Well, XviD is really small (less than 1MB), but you can't play all video files with it...

FFDShow is ~4MB (less than 20 minutes to download it with a 56k modem) and is able to decode really many formats.. I suggest you to download it!