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VLC Media Player vs Windows Media Player

A side-by-side look at VLC Media Player and Windows Media Player. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

VLC Media Player

VLC Media Player

Video & Movies

VLC Media Player is a highly versatile, free, and open-source multimedia player developed by the VideoLAN project. It supports a wide range of audio and video file formats, streaming protocols, and provides various customization options. VLC is known for its cross-platform compatibility and extensive codec support.

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Windows Media Player

Windows Media Player

Audio & Music

Windows Media Player is a media player application developed by Microsoft for playing audio, video and viewing images on Windows PCs. It supports a wide range of media formats and includes features like media library, streaming media playback, CD playback and synchronization with portable devices.

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