How to Replace a DVD Decoder
A DVD Decoder is simply a piece of software that will allow media players to play DVDs. If you are dissatisfied with the way your DVDs are playing on your computer, then you may want to replace your DVD Decoder with another. This is an easy process that should only take a couple minutes. You just need to figure out what DVD Decoder you have, uninstall it, and then get a new one installed.
- Difficulty:
- Moderately Easy
Instructions
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Download and install the Windows XP Video Decoder Check Up Utility from Microsoft's website. See the link in resources.
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Launch the program and it will identify what DVD Decoder you have on the computer.
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Click on "Start" and then "Control Panel" and finally "Add or Remove Programs." This window will list all the software on your computer. Find the name of the codec of the DVD Decoder and click on it once. Then click on the button to the right that says "Change/Uninstall." Follow the prompts, clicking "Next" until the windows says "Software successfully uninstalled."
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Restart your computer for the changes to take effect, then look for another DVD Decoder from Microsoft (see link in resources).
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