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Technical Help & Discussion => Windows PCs & Software: Help, News & Discussion => Topic started by: Clive on May 13, 2012, 22:39
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My computer has lost the ability to open .wmv files and I wonder where I can get a reliable download?
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You may just need to re-associate the files. Have you tried right clicking one, selecting Open With... and choosing Windows Media Player?
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I'm afraid that it doesn't right click. I'll see if I can open them on my laptop but that doesn't solve the problem for this computer.
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Are these files saved on your computer? I can't see why it won't right click. :dunno:
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You should be able to right click on the files Clive and then associate them with windows media player (or other) as Simon mentioned. If you can't, i'd uninstall windows media player and then reinstall it in case the codecs have become corrupt.
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You can also go in My Computer > Tools > Folder Options > File Types (tab), then scroll down the list to the file type you're looking for, in this case, WMV. It should say what program those files are associated with, as per the screen below, and you can change it if incorrect, or not associated.
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No the files weren't saved on the computer as such a file sent as an e-mail attachment would normally just open. But after saving it to my desktop I find that clicking on it opens Nero which allows me to view it. 8-)
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Well, they shouldn't really open in Nero. If you follow the steps above, you should be able to re-associate them with Windows Media Player.
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Interesting Simon. I've just done that and it says that .wmv files open with Nero Showtime. :dunno: But obviously they have to be saved on the computer first.
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Nero is known to be greedy...
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Yes, Nero has probably 'stolen' the association, but at some point, you've probably inadvertently allowed it to. Just change it back to Windows Media Player, and you should be fine - or, I guess you could leave it as it is, if you want Nero clunking into gear each time you want to look at a video.
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Oh well, there are now so many problems with this desktop that I intend getting something more up-to-date later in the year. My dilemna is that I don't know whether to replace it with another PC or a laptop. Or could I manage with an iPad? :dunno:
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Depends what you want it for. An iPad is only really any good for basic web surfing, messaging and emails. It won't replicate all of the functions of a PC.
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I know. I truly love using a desktop but Mrs Clive says it's time I came into the 20th century. :laugh:
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Rik's got one. :)
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See what I mean? :dunno:
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I've got two...
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I'm not sure you would survive with just an ipad - really quite different to that proper computer experience. When we moved to Cambridge I put my desktop into storage at my parents; just live on the laptop now.
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I have to agree, Sam. Great for what it does, but that has its limits.
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I've got two...
Good for you! But we're talking about iPads. :devil:
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I might have soon, his & hers... ;D
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Ah, but hers will be hers. ;D
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What's mine's my own, what's Sue's is shared. ;D
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She may see things differently. When was the last time you used your "shared" iron? ;)
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So what's the bottom line Rik? :dunno:
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The one Sue leaves in my jeans? ;)
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She may see things differently. When was the last time you used your "shared" iron? ;)
I fixed it a couple of months ago... :o:
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But do you think I can get by without a desktop? ::)
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Oi, stop trying to drag this thread back on topic! :laugh:
I have an iPad too. Well, it's my lad's, really, but I have used it. I certainly don't think it could replace the functionality of a desktop, but it could certainly be useful for general basic stuff like web browsing and emails.
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Exactly. It does many things well but it's not a 'proper' computer - and it can't spell. ;D
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Presumably the 3G version does not have free 3G connection?
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That I don't know, but sincerely doubt. Perhaps it needs to be tethered to a mobile contract?
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No, Clive, it's just like any smartphone in that respect.
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I guessed as much!
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But if you were looking at it as a replacement for the desktop, you wouldn't have had 3G on the desktop anyway, or wanted to take it away from your home Wi-Fi. At least the iPad has Wi-Fi, so it is more portable in that respect.
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Regard it as an alternative to a net book.
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My main issue is can I manage without a desktop if I bought a reasonably nice laptop? And perhaps an iPad merely for research purposes. ;D
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Again, it depends what you intend to use it for. I still think, bang for buck, you get more for a desktop than you do with a laptop, because you're paying extra for the convenience of a laptop.
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Yes, but what Simon says is true. I foresee a laptop/iPad era for me in due course.
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I need to squeeze my netbook in there somehow since I've already got it. :laugh:
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Squeeze hard enough and it will, no longer, be a problem. ;)
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Oi! >:( >:( >:( I only bought it last June!
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There you are then, definitely time for a new toy!
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Yes, that would be WELL out of date now. ;D
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Stick with us, Clive, we'll spend your money for you. :devil:
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Hey.. I'm an OAP you know! As poor as a churchmouse. :cry:
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As poor as a church mouse... that goes on several cruises a year, and drives a jag. :o:
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Yes but only afford those things because I eat Anchor butter. ;) (Rik will explain).
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No I won't, can't stand butter. :)
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Sadly it's too early to be included in the advert archives. :laugh:
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so.....hypothetically speaking and for research purposed only you understand, if I were to buy an iPad
should I go for the 16 or the 32? Also, should I have a 15" or 17" laptop screen?
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The 16Gb or 32Gb is simply the amount of storage space, so if you're planning to store loads of music and photos on it, I guess the 32Gb would be better, but I think there's a 64Gb too, if you wanted to go the whole hog.
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17" Clive.
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Mrs Clive's laptop is 17" but it's very heavy!
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Are you going to be carrying it around that much?
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We are a bit nomadic Rik.
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In which case, transportable should be fine, use the net book or an iPad when you want portable.
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:lol2: