![]() But codec packs - they seem to cause more trouble than solve problems. Is it so bad to load codecs one-by-one only as needed? I never load a codec unless a particular media file cannot be played otherwise. I've also heard from many defenders of codec packs, but I've never seen any point to loading a bundle of codecs that might be redundant or damaging to what's already on a particular computer system. Having read thousands of cries for help on this site over the years, I've lost count of all the times I've read the phrase, "I installed the K-Lite codec pack," somewhere in so many of the posts. ![]() If you don't believe me, here's a web page more respectable than the thread I initiated: (These packs will take quite a lot of liberties with the settings of your poor PC, and even the most knowledgeable people will tell you to do a re-install.) Of course, message boards like this one have helped be with certain problems, but not by much. It won't be the same as having your PC registry and codec settings clean in the first place Uninstalling an installed codec pack is not exactly a great idea, either. Two times, including the most recent installation, I used the K-Lite Codec Pack, and it completely messed up a large amount of settings (mostly related to playback and video editing), causing issues that are making me rip my hair out by the roots, time and time again. I have re-installed Windows on one of my computers about 5-6 times since I got it, in 2004. ![]() I don't usually give advices on forums, mostly because I'm not a full expert on anything, but I'm willing to stake my house on this one:ĭon't install the K-Lite Codec Packs! Ever! (And it's probably best to try and stay away from other codec packs, too!)
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