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is VLC media player download from VideoLan.org safe?

Aug 7, 2012 3:46PM PDT

Hi,
I need to find a way to play avi videos, is VLC a good choice? I've read it could cause issues with my computer. I have windows xp and don't want any problems if i download VLC. Does anyone have any information on this subject or better suggestions than VLC media player? thank you

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VLC Media Player
Aug 7, 2012 4:08PM PDT
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I Use VLC Media Player On All My Computers.. But Still...
Aug 13, 2012 9:00AM PDT

...it's up to you as to which programs you want to use..

If it's any help, I use VLC on Windows XP and Windows 7 and have had no problems with it.

Hope this helps.

Grif