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It’s not hard to optimize your system for
streaming media—and it’s definitely worth the short amount of
time required.
Here are some common troubles and ways to optimize playback. |
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Is your browser up to
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Use either Internet Explorer 5.0 (or later) or Netscape
4.7 (or later). New browsers are available free at the Netscape
download page or the Microsoft
download page.
FAQ: Why does RealPlayer
not open automatically when you click on a RealMedia link in Netscape
6?
See the answer
here
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Are you behind a firewall? |
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If you have problems receiving streaming video,
you may need to open additional ports in your firewall. For information
regarding which ports to open on firewalls per Transport protocol (HTTP/TCP/UDP),
please see the following websites: |
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Microsoft
Firewall Information |
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RealNetworks
Firewall Support |
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Are you using UNIX or Linux? |
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UNIX and Linux require special media players
for streaming video. RealNetworks has developed players for these platforms
and made them available
for free here.
Once you’ve downloaded your player, choose “RealPlayer” when
attempting to stream video. |
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Common Problems |
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Both Microsoft and RealNetworks offer extensive
and clearly written help pages: |
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