How to Record a Network Stream with VLC Media Player

Recording a network stream is usually difficult because of the apps required. However, VLC, a free media player, makes it very simple.

Difficulty:

Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• VLC Video Lan Media Player
• Internet or network stream
• Computer
• At least 1 gigabyte of hard drive space

1. Download VLC Media Player from http://www.videolan.org/vlc/.

2. Open a network stream. This is usually a website with a streaming video. Copy the address bar at the top of your browser. It should end in a video extension, such as .mov or .wmv.

3. Open the VLC player. Navigate to "File" and then "Open Network Stream". Select the "HTTP" radio button. Paste the address bar into the URL field.

4. Under "Advanced Options" select "Save/Stream". Select "Settings". In the next box, select "Play Locally" and then "File". Select the "Browse" button. Choose a saving location. Select "Ok" on both dialog boxes. The video will start streaming through the player and onto your hard drive.

5. Once the video is finished streaming, navigate to the saved file. Right click and select "Rename". Add ".MPG" at the end of the file name. The video is now playable and saved to your local disk.

Tips & Warnings

• Remember to add a movie extension to the file, or it will be unplayable.

• You can close your browser after the saving process begins.