Windows 8, Windows 10, MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MP4
Just a quick update to a few ongoing concerns regarding various Windows updates, TrialDirector software, and video formats.
Rather than re-writing everything, I will invite you to first take a look at this article, covering MPEG files and Windows 8. Many of the issues remain if you upgrade to Windows 10. Make sure to read all of the comments at the bottom (and feel free to add your own), where I've added the latest info provided by inData: "The MPEG playback issue in Presentation Mode has not been added to a released version of TrialDirector, however, we are distributing it on an as needed basis if the client either gives us a call (866-419-4298), or emails us at [email protected]
The support for MPEG-4 in the waveform editor has been sent to the development team, but at this time, it has not been added to the software."
Now if you're still on the fence with a Windows 10 upgrade, you may want to check out this article, 10 Reasons You Should NOT Install Windows 10 (yet). Once again, please check out all of the comments, where others have shared their own experiences, including my own recent upgrades -- with better results on the second try. Again, please share your own experiences!
Trial Graphics & Presentation Technology Consultant
9 年I was running Windows 8, as of January '15, just because it came preinstalled on two new machines. While I generally hated W8 for interface reasons, I had no more or less periodic problems with W8 and/or my software running in it than I did with Windows 7 (or any prior Windows version for that matter). I switched to W10 pretty immediately, as I had been testing many of the final preview builds, and was pretty comfortable with what I saw. Only for a very short time did I run a W8 and W10 machine in tandem. W10 quickly won me over, to the point that I ran both my trial machines with W10 over the course of 56 trial days in the fall of last year without any significant issues-- although I should state VLC has been a mainstay on my PCs for as long as I can remember, so maybe I was just lucky. There was a recent false positive for malware by Defender that has by far been the most significant issue I have run into, and it was fixed with quick call to InData. Yes, I have been relying on Windows Defender since I migrated to W10. Beyond the just mentioned issue, it has performed adequately-- as in I barely notice it, and my machine has remained clean. I will take that over the bloat and invasiveness of many other so called better antivirus software products.
Independent Trial Technology Consultant (BP Trial Technology Services)
9 年I'm still running Windows 7 for the simple fact that it works and there are no issues. Is there any benefit to upgrading to 10? Obviously I skipped 8.
President and CTO at Transpire
9 年Great post, Ted, thanks for this. Indeed Windows has really been a pain for developers when it comes to video formats. Each OS - Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 10 - seems to have different media formats that they do or do not support natively. We ultimately decided to go with a home-grown media engine for Limine that didn't depend on anything OS-specific, but it's pretty unfortunate that Windows users have to worry about these issues with other applications. Definitely doesn't make for a good case for upgrading.
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9 年My first attempt (using a non-essential computer) was pretty much a disaster, as noted in the original article. This time around, things seem to be running a little more smoothly. Overall, the interface is nice and clean - although you might not even notice much difference coming from Windows 7! I think they got the hint that "cute" doesn't work for everyone.
Trial Tech Consultant — Helping Attorneys Win Since 2001
9 年Great to know, thanks for sharing. It makes me feel good about my decision to stay with Windows 7, and to cautiously check out Windows 10 on a computer that I won't be taking into the courtroom anytime soon.