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Mp3 decoder in Fedora Core4

2 posts · originally from https://geek.digit.in/community/threads/mp3-decoder-in-fedora-core4.18109/

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jack// ani Original post #1
Nov 4, 2005 at 9:16 PM
Hi all,

Fedora Core 4 have no mp3 decoder in any of the four installation cds....to play mp3 songs you have to download the decoder. It also cant play VCD, is that correct. I recently installed FC4.....but can't play mp3 and VCDs, is my installation faulty or I've to download the decoder.

Thanks
desertwind
desertwind #2
Nov 4, 2005 at 10:02 PM
for mp3 support in rhythmbox
Code: 
$ yum install gstreamer-plugins-mp3

for mp3 support in xmms
Code: 
$ yum install xmms-mp3

for playing vcd download and install any of the following players.

Mplayer
Xine
Amarok
VLC