Getting mpeg2 component through fcp and dvd studio

hey guys~
i checked on the quicktime website saying that i could upgrade my mpeg2 component if i have fcp or dvd studio. how are you suppose to get the upgrade..
Thanks.

You are probably reffering to the QuickTime MPEG 2 Component. I think it's part of Compressor now, so there's no need to upgrade something.
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=301493

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