Having problems choosing codecs Let us help you chose which codec to use
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ReportThe streaming of media today should not make any kind of problems. But unfortunately this is not true when we want to play any file you escape a little from the usual standards. Many times we find ourselves with movies, music or video formats known to cause us alot of headaches because we can not play them in any way.
This problem is due, in most cases, that we do not have the necessary codecs to play these files correctly.
A codec is software that is used to compress or decompress digital media file, like a song or video. There are hundreds of audio and video codecs today. Some of them have been created by Microsoft, few actually, but most have been developed by other companies, organizations or individuals.
A codec pack, or better known as "Codec Pack" is a program that incorporates all the necessary codecs so that when playing a video or song, we can do it without problems. Also you do not have to worry about setting parameters or the like, all you have to do is install and enjoy digital content.
The following are the best codec packs that can be found on the market, are free and also auto install themselves, in other words we should not worry about anything.
Shark007 Codec Pack
Without a doubt the best codec that we have analyzed here. With Shark007, we enjoy high definition audio and video quality playback in a much simpler way than with other packages. We will also be able to display high-definition video without buying expensive programs to use their integrated codec.
Shark007 supports virtually any format, among which include: AMR, mpc, ofr, divx, MKA, APE, FLAC, evo, flv, M4B, MKV, OGG, OGV, ogm, avi, xvid and many others.
With it includes a convenient and powerful tool that will allow us, if we have the appropriate knowledge, to adjust and tweak various parameters such as the ability to select between different types of splitters and decoders for each specific type of file.
If we are preparing a HTPC (Home Theater PC), this codec pack, along with MediaPortal is the best choice that we can make thanks to the seamless integration between the two.
Windows 7 Codec Pack
Each type of media you want to play has a specific type of codec associated that will allow the player to understand the content.
But often when its quality is very high, interruptions and crashes may occur including the player itself.
This package aims to specifically address this issue, and therefore provides interesting debugging tools that allow us to fix almost any situation.
Windows 7 Codec Pack is compatible with almost all types of compression and multimedia files currently used for playing audio and video.
Very easy to install, is the recommended option for those users who have deeper knowledge on the subject.
http://www.windows7codecs.com/
K-Lite Mega Codec Pack
One of the most popular codec packs available today. K-Lite Codec Pack is a collection of DirectShow filters, codecs VFW / ACM and tools that will help us to play to perfection and full taste any of our media files that we throw at it.
This Codec Pack is designed as a user-friendly solution for playing all our audio and video. K-Lite offers a number of advantages for playing media, and is highly recommended for all users who are practicing the art of coding.
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