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  1. 3rd Apr 2005 09:55 #1
    gizbug
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    Are installing codec packages in windows xp wise?
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  2. 3rd Apr 2005 10:05 #2
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    Its best just to install the ones you need.
    Intalling to many or ones you dont need may cause conflicts.
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    If you install a codec pack...

    BEST case scenario, your machine will have codec conflicts.

    WORST case scenario, your machine will have SOFTWARE conflicts and things will go horribly wrong.

    Just install the codecs you need one at a time, it doesn't take long!
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    Originally Posted by canadateck
    Its best just to install the ones you need.
    Intalling to many or ones you dont need may cause conflicts.
    Ditto, install on a need only basis or your next post will be "How do unistall all these codecs I just installed?"
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  5. 3rd Apr 2005 14:33 #5
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    Be careful. Some codec packs contain spyware/adware.
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  6. 3rd Apr 2005 14:51 #6
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    NO!
    Like Gurm says. You may end up reforammatting and reinstalling your OS as a last way out of all conflicts and problems that may arise. I almost did, once. I wont do it again.

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    Latest releases of codecs packs try to solve most issues with codecs / software / etc conflicts, but it is still a LOOONNNGG way to rich an acceptable level...
    Just download and install seperate what you really need. In most cases, it is 10 - 12 codecs at most!
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