subject: Windows Media Video Files: Facts And Features! [print this page] The .wmv extension usually describes files in ASF format that use Windows Media Video codecs. As for the audio codecs, they're usually versions of Windows Media Audio or the Sipro ACELP.net audio codec. The extension is sometimes shortened to .wm. Files in WMV format have several features including an efficient delivery of data through a wide range of protocols in a particular network. It is also compatible with local playback. It has a number of capabilities including component download and having media types that are scalable. Download VLC Player to compare and see all its features and the media playable.
