Why it matters: VLC is universally regarded as one of the best (if not the best) media players available today. A new version released a couple of days ago brings further improvements for the ...

In brief: Microsoft has applied a fresh coat of paint to one of its oldest default OS apps: the venerable Windows Media Player. Now just called the 'Media Player' in Windows 11, the revamped app is ...

Microsoft's new audio and video app replaces both Groove and the ancient Windows Media Player. We walk you through how to use it and explain what it can and can't do. I've been testing PC and mobile ...

PCWorld recommends nine lightweight applications to revive older PCs struggling with resource-heavy modern software like Chrome and Microsoft Office. Key alternatives include Avast antivirus, Media ...

Microsoft released a “technical beta” of Windows Media Player 10 yesterday, and while the target date for the prime-time version isn’t until later this year, there’s little doubt now who is in the ...

Discover the differences between a Smart TV and a dedicated media player for digital signage.