I'm working some sticky threads for the File Forums which include codecs.

Also I suggest using Media Player Classic to play all .avi .mpg .wmv
http://sourceforge.net/projects/guliverkli/


hypertext try using the defiler pak codec here: http://www.free-codecs.com/download/DefilerPak.htm


In fact you can play Real Player files (*.rm *.ram *.rmvb) with Media Player Classic (like I do) with Real Alternative: http://www.free-codecs.com/download/Real_Alternative.htm