: It includes its own internal codecs, so you don't have to search for proprietary plugins to play niche file types.

While Windows Media Player is the default for many Windows 7 users, VLC offers several distinct advantages:

: You can personalize the player's appearance with a wide range of community-created VLC skins. Key Features for Windows 7 Users

: VLC can play almost anything, from standard MP4 and MKV files to DVDs, Audio CDs, and even damaged or incomplete files.

!link! - Vlc Media Player Windows 7

: It includes its own internal codecs, so you don't have to search for proprietary plugins to play niche file types.

While Windows Media Player is the default for many Windows 7 users, VLC offers several distinct advantages:

: You can personalize the player's appearance with a wide range of community-created VLC skins. Key Features for Windows 7 Users

: VLC can play almost anything, from standard MP4 and MKV files to DVDs, Audio CDs, and even damaged or incomplete files.