VLC is a free multimedia player for Windows, Linux and Mac. VLC plays all common formats. DVD, audio, VCD all no problem for the VLC media player.

The VLC even records streams and converts videos in numerous formats. The interface is focused for playback and navigation, but on closer inspection, VLC offers some useful features. For example, the numerous filters for sharpening images, improving contrast and brightness, and rotating or mirroring videos. Features like playlists, capital selection and playback speeds are also included.

VLC Media Player plays the following formats.

MPEG, AVI, ASF, WMV, WMA, MP4, MOV, 3GP, OGG, OGM, MKV, Real, DTS, AAC, AC3, A52, Raw DV, FLAC, FLV, MXF, Nut, MIDI, Creative Voice, MP3