HT3775 cannot open my MPG movies

cannot open my MPG movies

Hi apol.wil,
Welcome to the Support Communities!  This link regarding Components you can install for QuickTime may help you:
Apple - QuickTime - Learn about even more QuickTime capabilities.
http://www.apple.com/au/quicktime/extending/components.html
Flip4Mac WMV Components from Telestream allow QuickTime users to import, export, and play Windows Media video and audio on the Mac.
Cheers,
- Judy

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