I've seen a couple threads started recently about video formats and video streaming so I thought I'd offer this tip. For years I'd been unable to view RealMedia files cause RealPlayer simply refused to work on my PC, even after the tedious install process. Recently I found this alternative player that works like a charm: <tip type="alternative RealMedia player"> Freeware alternative player for RealMedia files: http://www.afterdawn.com/software/video_software/video_players/real_alternat ive.cfm I've been using it for a month and it works great. </tip>