Name
VLC Media Player
Description
VLC is a free and open source cross-platform multimedia player and framework that plays most multimedia files as well as DVDs, Audio CDs, VCDs, and various streaming protocols.
Functions
VLC has hardware decoding on most platforms. It supports 0-copy on the GPU and can fallback on software when required.
VLC has the most complete feature-set over the video, subtitle synchronisation, video and audio filters.
OS Supported
Windows 10
Apple MacOS
License Details
This license is an annual subscription purchased by Saint Mary's University
Available to
Faculty/Staff/Students
Restrictions
Personal devices and university-owned devices
How to Get
For Students/Staff/Faculty: VLC Media Player is available on all lab computers and via AppsAnywhere.smu.ca
Faculty only: For special requests, please contact EIT Helpdesk at helpdesk@smu.ca
Website
For more information, visit https://www.videolan.org/