Yes, there may be some remnants left behind
Since you've already uninstalled, if you're an advanced user and understand the registry, you can download this freeware program to search the registry for an instances of the codec pack that remains. You can search for name of company, name of directory where the codec pack was installed, and/or by filename
Regseeker:
RegSeeker - Free software downloads and reviews - CNET Download.com
I'd also suggest this freeware utility for uninstalling programs...it catches more registry keys and files left behind after the programs uninstaller finishes.
RevoUninstaller:
Revo Uninstaller Freeware - Uninstall Software, Remove Programs, Solve uninstall problems
You can also download this free open source program called Regshot, which allows you to capture all registry entries and files added to the system. You can take a snapshot before an install to determine that. If you want to uninstall, you take another snapshot and compare the two for leftover entries and files. I always use this program before any install I do. It's called Regshot and can be downloaded here:
|MG| RegShot 1.8.2
I'm not absolutely certain, but I don't think WMP plays any role with Dreamscene. All you need is a multimedia player that supports the .wmv format. One that does is the open source Video Lan Player. You can download it here:
|MG| VLC media player 0.9.9
Regarding options for codecs in WMP, go to Tools > Options, then the DVD tab ands click the Advanced button to view the codecs installed.
You can also go to Default programs, select WMP and see what file extensions it's associated with.
I believe the only format that Dreamscene plays is the fil extension .wmv.
Actually, if your only testing a program, you should always create a restore point. This would probably be the best option.
Last edited by reghakr; 04-21-2009 at 10:34 AM.
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