can't play mp3s

[Guest]

I just bought a new computer with Windows XP sp2 installed and I can't play
any of my mp3s that I've downloaded. What could be the problem? Please
somebody help!!!!!!

 

[Mike Williams [MVP]]

I just bought a new computer with Windows XP sp2 installed and I can't play
any of my mp3s that I've downloaded. What could be the problem? Please
somebody help!!!!!!

Not enough details: What are the symptoms? Error messages? What are you
trying to play them with?

 

[Guest]

Not enough details: What are the symptoms? Error messages? What are you
trying to play them with?

when I attempt to open these files using either Windows Media Player or Real
Player the song does not play. It appears to be playing but no sound comes
out. Also these players say that the songs are like 20 minutes long when it
should only be about 3 or 4 minutes long. Is the problem with my files?
Could they be corrupt or is it something with my computer or the settings?

 

[Mike Williams [MVP]]

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when I attempt to open these files using either Windows Media Player or Real
Player the song does not play. It appears to be playing but no sound comes
out. Also these players say that the songs are like 20 minutes long when it
should only be about 3 or 4 minutes long. Is the problem with my files?
Could they be corrupt or is it something with my computer or the settings?

It pays to read earleir newsgroup postings before writing your own, as
there are manyd ealing with this issue. First try the mute buttosn for
the players and for Windows sound. Then try the Windows Audio
troubleshooter that's built into Windows Help.

Incorrect timings are usually due to faulty compression. If you're
downloading off peer to peer networks you'll get a lot of junk.