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Originally Posted by linguistix I've downloaded and installed the entire k-lite mega codec pack |
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Originally Posted by linguistix shouldn't the more recent codec also be able to handle older files? |
Yes, I agree with you: the more recent codec should indeed be able to do that. Now, which codec exactly are you referring to out of all codecs and other "goodies" :evil: included in the mega codec pack you installed? In fact mp3 shouldn't be a problem as - to my knowledge - mp3-support comes with Windows, so no special codec would normally be required. Perhaps something a bit messed up your codecs. Did you already use GSpot (see 2nd item of my Help-to-Help file) to find out more about the codec of these files?
Perhaps also have a look at
this post (FAQ at DivXmovies.com).
General note and advice with respect to use of codec-packs:
By using codec-packs you will be tempted to install more than necessary. In this connection please note that
more surely
isn't equivalent to
better. To the contrary!!
The art is knowing to restrict yourself!
In most situations, you do not need to install codec/filter packs and
certainly not every codec/filter and application that comes with these packs. In fact,
you may run into problems if you install too many codec/filters on your computer.
It is highly recommended that you only install the codec/filters that you need, so be very selective!
Note there is nothing against
selectively using codec-packs as a source as such .... However, do make sure to always make good use of the possibility offered by them to
deselect =
unselect elements before installing!! However, I personally think it is still better to separately download and install the various elements you need. Then you can also separately and individually install, uninstall and/or upgrade them (instead of having to do that as part of a whole pack).
adicoto's list of codecs