"A plugin is needed to display this content", how do I get my computer to do this?

I am trying to open a video file for my online class. When I click on the file, a gray box appears and reads "a plugin is needed to display this content". How do I get my computer to open the video. I have a MAC and zero knowledge of how to fix problems on it.

Hmm, it depends on the type of video.
Does Firefox offer a link to search for the plugin? That may lead to some useful information.
If not, is the page available for viewing without logging in? If so, you could paste the address here for a volunteer to take a look.
In case the site uses video compatible with Windows Media Player, or in anticipation of coming across such a site sooner or later, you may need to install a plugin for Mac that can play Windows Media. Microsoft offers a couple of options on this page:
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/windows-media-components-quicktime

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HI
I am experiencing a very weird problem within firefox web pages. every page i open on every website i visit i get in the bottom 1/3 of the display this error " A plugin isneeded to display this content" message.
the weird thing is that the whole page actually works but i have only 2/3 of the page displayed.
I have uninstalled and reinstalled fire fox twice and this problem still occurs. i haveno issue with IE explorer or Google Chrome.
If i cant find a resoloution to this i will have to sadley say goodbye to firefox i use it a lot in my work , but this problem is impacting badly
Surely i cant be th only one with this issue
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