Vodei - Revision history

MovieMan: rever to last accurate version by DonDiego

2007-09-16T09:01:17Z

rever to last accurate version by DonDiego

← Older revision		Revision as of 02:01, 16 September 2007
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	The advertising strategy for the software is three-pronged.		The advertising strategy for the software is three-pronged.
	The majority of users that learn of Vodei Multimedia Processor do so by downloading a file encoded with the container. As stated before, viewing the file without the software merely displays an ad to the software maker where it is advertised as a free download.		The majority of users that learn of Vodei Multimedia Processor do so by downloading a file encoded with the container. As stated before, viewing the file without the software merely displays an ad to the software maker where it is advertised as a free download.
	The user can then download the software and install it. After ~~maximum 15 minutes~~ of use, the software ~~will~~ open a dialog box (pictured right) asking the viewer to register the software~~. According to numerous users, after asking for registration five times, the playback of the embedded file stops~~. Upon typing in the users machine number in the registration page, the site transfers the user to another page asking for payment information (pictured lower right).		The user can then download the software and install it. After an extended amount of use, the software might open a dialog box (pictured right) asking the viewer to register the software. Upon typing in the users machine number in the registration page, the site transfers the user to another page asking for payment information (pictured lower right).

	==Safety==		==Safety==

Qabala: /* Marketing Method */

2007-09-11T16:57:18Z

Marketing Method

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	The advertising strategy for the software is three-pronged.		The advertising strategy for the software is three-pronged.
	The majority of users that learn of Vodei Multimedia Processor do so by downloading a file encoded with the container. As stated before, viewing the file without the software merely displays an ad to the software maker where it is advertised as a free download.		The majority of users that learn of Vodei Multimedia Processor do so by downloading a file encoded with the container. As stated before, viewing the file without the software merely displays an ad to the software maker where it is advertised as a free download.
	The user can then download the software and install it. After maximum 15 minutes of use, the software will open a dialog box (pictured right) asking the viewer to register the software. ~~After~~ asking for 5 times, the playback stops. Upon typing in the users machine number in the registration page, the site transfers the user to another page asking for payment information (pictured lower right).		The user can then download the software and install it. After maximum 15 minutes of use, the software will open a dialog box (pictured right) asking the viewer to register the software. According to numerous users, after asking for registration five times, the playback of the embedded file stops. Upon typing in the users machine number in the registration page, the site transfers the user to another page asking for payment information (pictured lower right).

	==Safety==		==Safety==

Qabala: More detail

2007-09-11T16:49:10Z

More detail

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	The advertising strategy for the software is three-pronged.		The advertising strategy for the software is three-pronged.
	The majority of users that learn of Vodei Multimedia Processor do so by downloading a file encoded with the container. As stated before, viewing the file without the software merely displays an ad to the software maker where it is advertised as a free download.		The majority of users that learn of Vodei Multimedia Processor do so by downloading a file encoded with the container. As stated before, viewing the file without the software merely displays an ad to the software maker where it is advertised as a free download.
	The user can then download the software and install it. After ~~an extended amount~~ of use, the software ~~might~~ open a dialog box (pictured right) asking the viewer to register the software. Upon typing in the users machine number in the registration page, the site transfers the user to another page asking for payment information (pictured lower right).		The user can then download the software and install it. After maximum 15 minutes of use, the software will open a dialog box (pictured right) asking the viewer to register the software. After asking for 5 times, the playback stops. Upon typing in the users machine number in the registration page, the site transfers the user to another page asking for payment information (pictured lower right).

	==Safety==		==Safety==

DonDiego: link fix

2007-06-04T10:04:35Z

link fix

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	==Playback and Conversion using Vodei Multimedia Processor==		==Playback and Conversion using Vodei Multimedia Processor==

	When installed on any compatible system (Windows 98+), Vodei Multimedia Processor acts as a [[DirectShow]] filter splitter for Vodei files. The software reads the files, extracts the audio/video and passes is on to the codecs installed on the system for decoding. Once decoded, the data can be displayed in any DirectShow media player such as [[Windows Media Player]]. It is also possible to transcode the content in Vodei files using any application capable of using DirectShow as an input. As always, transcoding to lossy format will result in a loss in quality. Vodei MP uses the DirectShow merit system to pass any non Vodei files to the next highest priority compatible splitter on the system - as such, the software should have no impact on non Vodei files.		When installed on any compatible system (Windows 98+), Vodei Multimedia Processor acts as a [[Microsoft DirectShow API\|DirectShow]] filter splitter for Vodei files. The software reads the files, extracts the audio/video and passes is on to the codecs installed on the system for decoding. Once decoded, the data can be displayed in any DirectShow media player such as [[Windows Media Player]]. It is also possible to transcode the content in Vodei files using any application capable of using DirectShow as an input. As always, transcoding to lossy format will result in a loss in quality. Vodei MP uses the DirectShow merit system to pass any non Vodei files to the next highest priority compatible splitter on the system - as such, the software should have no impact on non Vodei files.

	When Vodei MP is not installed, only the standard AVI compliant portion of the file can be opened. Both audio/video portions can be encoded using any codec and be of any length but many files found in the wild contain a short video encoded with [[Microsoft RLE]], directing the viewer to download the software, and a longer video encoded with a [[MPEG-4]] codec.		When Vodei MP is not installed, only the standard AVI compliant portion of the file can be opened. Both audio/video portions can be encoded using any codec and be of any length but many files found in the wild contain a short video encoded with [[Microsoft RLE]], directing the viewer to download the software, and a longer video encoded with a [[MPEG-4]] codec.

MovieMan: revert to remove vandalism

2007-04-06T02:38:39Z

revert to remove vandalism

← Older revision		Revision as of 19:38, 5 April 2007
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	The advertising strategy for the software is three-pronged.		The advertising strategy for the software is three-pronged.
	The majority of users that learn of Vodei Multimedia Processor do so by downloading a file encoded with the container. As stated before, viewing the file without the software merely displays an ad to the software maker where it is advertised as a free download.		The majority of users that learn of Vodei Multimedia Processor do so by downloading a file encoded with the container. As stated before, viewing the file without the software merely displays an ad to the software maker where it is advertised as a free download.
	The user can then download the software and install it. After ~~maximum 15 minutes~~ of use, the software ~~will~~ open a dialog box (pictured right) asking the viewer to register the software~~. After asking for 5 times, the playback stops~~. Upon typing in the users machine number in the registration page, the site transfers the user to another page asking for payment information (pictured lower right)~~. So far for the 'free software'-claim~~.		The user can then download the software and install it. After an extended amount of use, the software might open a dialog box (pictured right) asking the viewer to register the software. Upon typing in the users machine number in the registration page, the site transfers the user to another page asking for payment information (pictured lower right).

	==Safety==		==Safety==

	Unfortunately with the prevalence of spyware, viruses, and malware on the Internet these days, it has become natural for people to become suspicious of Internet downloads. This section applies only to Vodei MP version 2.00 downloaded from the official website [http://vodei.com/VodeiSetup200.exe]. Caution should be used when installing older, newer, cracked, hacked, or pirated versions as they may behave differently. ~~Yes, quiet (see http://www.vladd44.com/video/vodei.php for an attempt to get rid of Vodei if you choose not to pay.)~~		Unfortunately with the prevalence of spyware, viruses, and malware on the Internet these days, it has become natural for people to become suspicious of Internet downloads. This section applies only to Vodei MP version 2.00 downloaded from the official website [http://vodei.com/VodeiSetup200.exe]. Caution should be used when installing older, newer, cracked, hacked, or pirated versions as they may behave differently.

	The first concern, despite denials by the creators, is that Vodei MP is allegedly spyware that uses the Internet to communicate and report information about the user's computer and behavior (such as what media files are viewed) to the author, government, content owner, or some other third party. Vodei MP has been tested and worked as described on Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows XP and Windows Vista with no Internet connection. Once the systems were connected to the Internet and traffic analyzed using a packet sniffer, Vodei MP did not attempt to connect to the Internet over a period of 72 hours. Vodei MP does load some Windows libraries related to networking but these have many other uses, such as internal local communication, besides connecting to the Internet. Since the software never connects to the Internet, it is not possible for it to be spyware because it never sends any information to anyone.		The first concern, despite denials by the creators, is that Vodei MP is allegedly spyware that uses the Internet to communicate and report information about the user's computer and behavior (such as what media files are viewed) to the author, government, content owner, or some other third party. Vodei MP has been tested and worked as described on Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows XP and Windows Vista with no Internet connection. Once the systems were connected to the Internet and traffic analyzed using a packet sniffer, Vodei MP did not attempt to connect to the Internet over a period of 72 hours. Vodei MP does load some Windows libraries related to networking but these have many other uses, such as internal local communication, besides connecting to the Internet. Since the software never connects to the Internet, it is not possible for it to be spyware because it never sends any information to anyone.
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	* [http://www.vodei.com Vodei Multimedia Processor - Higher Quality Movies, Faster Downloads] - Official website		* [http://www.vodei.com Vodei Multimedia Processor - Higher Quality Movies, Faster Downloads] - Official website
	* [http://www.siteadvisor.com/sites/vodei.com/ Web Safety Ratings from McAfee SiteAdvisor] - Automated impartial safety analysis for the Vodei website and software		* [http://www.siteadvisor.com/sites/vodei.com/ Web Safety Ratings from McAfee SiteAdvisor] - Automated impartial safety analysis for the Vodei website and software
	* [http://vodei.wordpress.com/ exposing vodei] - An incomplete investigation of Vodei ~~- bizarre, this is not to be found anymore~~		* [http://vodei.wordpress.com/ exposing vodei] - An incomplete investigation of Vodei
	* [http://www.vladd44.com/video/vodei.php] - Some no longer working fixes if you would want to get rid of Vodei ... guess the creators have read it too ...

	[[Category:Container Formats]]		[[Category:Container Formats]]

Lieven at 22:25, 5 April 2007

2007-04-05T22:25:42Z

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	The advertising strategy for the software is three-pronged.		The advertising strategy for the software is three-pronged.
	The majority of users that learn of Vodei Multimedia Processor do so by downloading a file encoded with the container. As stated before, viewing the file without the software merely displays an ad to the software maker where it is advertised as a free download.		The majority of users that learn of Vodei Multimedia Processor do so by downloading a file encoded with the container. As stated before, viewing the file without the software merely displays an ad to the software maker where it is advertised as a free download.
	The user can then download the software and install it. After ~~an extended amount~~ of use, the software ~~might~~ open a dialog box (pictured right) asking the viewer to register the software. Upon typing in the users machine number in the registration page, the site transfers the user to another page asking for payment information (pictured lower right).		The user can then download the software and install it. After maximum 15 minutes of use, the software will open a dialog box (pictured right) asking the viewer to register the software. After asking for 5 times, the playback stops. Upon typing in the users machine number in the registration page, the site transfers the user to another page asking for payment information (pictured lower right). So far for the 'free software'-claim.

	==Safety==		==Safety==

	Unfortunately with the prevalence of spyware, viruses, and malware on the Internet these days, it has become natural for people to become suspicious of Internet downloads. This section applies only to Vodei MP version 2.00 downloaded from the official website [http://vodei.com/VodeiSetup200.exe]. Caution should be used when installing older, newer, cracked, hacked, or pirated versions as they may behave differently.		Unfortunately with the prevalence of spyware, viruses, and malware on the Internet these days, it has become natural for people to become suspicious of Internet downloads. This section applies only to Vodei MP version 2.00 downloaded from the official website [http://vodei.com/VodeiSetup200.exe]. Caution should be used when installing older, newer, cracked, hacked, or pirated versions as they may behave differently. Yes, quiet (see http://www.vladd44.com/video/vodei.php for an attempt to get rid of Vodei if you choose not to pay.)

	The first concern, despite denials by the creators, is that Vodei MP is allegedly spyware that uses the Internet to communicate and report information about the user's computer and behavior (such as what media files are viewed) to the author, government, content owner, or some other third party. Vodei MP has been tested and worked as described on Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows XP and Windows Vista with no Internet connection. Once the systems were connected to the Internet and traffic analyzed using a packet sniffer, Vodei MP did not attempt to connect to the Internet over a period of 72 hours. Vodei MP does load some Windows libraries related to networking but these have many other uses, such as internal local communication, besides connecting to the Internet. Since the software never connects to the Internet, it is not possible for it to be spyware because it never sends any information to anyone.		The first concern, despite denials by the creators, is that Vodei MP is allegedly spyware that uses the Internet to communicate and report information about the user's computer and behavior (such as what media files are viewed) to the author, government, content owner, or some other third party. Vodei MP has been tested and worked as described on Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows XP and Windows Vista with no Internet connection. Once the systems were connected to the Internet and traffic analyzed using a packet sniffer, Vodei MP did not attempt to connect to the Internet over a period of 72 hours. Vodei MP does load some Windows libraries related to networking but these have many other uses, such as internal local communication, besides connecting to the Internet. Since the software never connects to the Internet, it is not possible for it to be spyware because it never sends any information to anyone.
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	* [http://www.vodei.com Vodei Multimedia Processor - Higher Quality Movies, Faster Downloads] - Official website		* [http://www.vodei.com Vodei Multimedia Processor - Higher Quality Movies, Faster Downloads] - Official website
	* [http://www.siteadvisor.com/sites/vodei.com/ Web Safety Ratings from McAfee SiteAdvisor] - Automated impartial safety analysis for the Vodei website and software		* [http://www.siteadvisor.com/sites/vodei.com/ Web Safety Ratings from McAfee SiteAdvisor] - Automated impartial safety analysis for the Vodei website and software
	* [http://vodei.wordpress.com/ exposing vodei] - An incomplete investigation of Vodei		* [http://vodei.wordpress.com/ exposing vodei] - An incomplete investigation of Vodei - bizarre, this is not to be found anymore
			* [http://www.vladd44.com/video/vodei.php] - Some no longer working fixes if you would want to get rid of Vodei ... guess the creators have read it too ...

	[[Category:Container Formats]]		[[Category:Container Formats]]

MovieMan: merge

2007-03-21T00:57:36Z

merge

← Older revision		Revision as of 17:57, 20 March 2007
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	The advertising strategy for the software is three-pronged.		The advertising strategy for the software is three-pronged.
	The majority of users that learn of Vodei Multimedia Processor do so by downloading a file encoded with the container. As stated before, viewing the file without the software merely displays an ad to the software maker where it is advertised as a free download.		The majority of users that learn of Vodei Multimedia Processor do so by downloading a file encoded with the container. As stated before, viewing the file without the software merely displays an ad to the software maker where it is advertised as a free download.
	The user can then download the software and install it. After an ~~undisclosed~~ amount of use ~~(about ten minutes on many machines tested [http://forum.inmatrix.com/index.php?s=&showtopic=2256&view=findpost&p=13250])~~, the software ~~opens~~ a dialog box (pictured right) asking the viewer to register the software. Upon typing in the users machine number in the registration page, the site transfers the user to another page asking for payment information (pictured lower right).		The user can then download the software and install it. After an extended amount of use, the software might open a dialog box (pictured right) asking the viewer to register the software. Upon typing in the users machine number in the registration page, the site transfers the user to another page asking for payment information (pictured lower right).

	==Safety==		==Safety==
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	Unfortunately with the prevalence of spyware, viruses, and malware on the Internet these days, it has become natural for people to become suspicious of Internet downloads. This section applies only to Vodei MP version 2.00 downloaded from the official website [http://vodei.com/VodeiSetup200.exe]. Caution should be used when installing older, newer, cracked, hacked, or pirated versions as they may behave differently.		Unfortunately with the prevalence of spyware, viruses, and malware on the Internet these days, it has become natural for people to become suspicious of Internet downloads. This section applies only to Vodei MP version 2.00 downloaded from the official website [http://vodei.com/VodeiSetup200.exe]. Caution should be used when installing older, newer, cracked, hacked, or pirated versions as they may behave differently.

	The first concern, despite denials by the creators, is that Vodei MP is allegedly spyware that uses the Internet to communicate and report information about the user's computer and behavior (such as what media files are viewed) to the author, government, content owner, or some other third party. There have been several users claiming that the software ceases to function when an internet connection is not present [http://vodei.wordpress.com/2006/06/21/vodeimark-vodei-is-a-container/], therefore, they believe the software is sharing further information via the connection [http://forum.inmatrix.com/index.php?s=&showtopic=2256&view=findpost&p=13608]. Vodei MP has been tested and worked as described on Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows XP and Windows Vista with no Internet connection. Once the systems were connected to the Internet and traffic analyzed using a packet sniffer, Vodei MP did not attempt to connect to the Internet over a period of 72 hours. Vodei MP does load some Windows libraries related to networking but these have many other uses, such as internal local communication, besides connecting to the Internet. Since the software never connects to the Internet, it is not possible for it to be spyware because it never sends any information to anyone.		The first concern, despite denials by the creators, is that Vodei MP is allegedly spyware that uses the Internet to communicate and report information about the user's computer and behavior (such as what media files are viewed) to the author, government, content owner, or some other third party. Vodei MP has been tested and worked as described on Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows XP and Windows Vista with no Internet connection. Once the systems were connected to the Internet and traffic analyzed using a packet sniffer, Vodei MP did not attempt to connect to the Internet over a period of 72 hours. Vodei MP does load some Windows libraries related to networking but these have many other uses, such as internal local communication, besides connecting to the Internet. Since the software never connects to the Internet, it is not possible for it to be spyware because it never sends any information to anyone.

	Vodei MP does not modify any multimedia files and it does not modify any system data or registry entries which are not necessary for proper playback of Vodei files. The included uninstaller undoes all changes made to the Windows Registry during installation and removes all files created during installation, with one exception. Due to limitations in Microsoft Windows preventing the deletion of files which are in use, in some cases some DLL files will remain in the installation directory; these files are completely harmless and can be easily deleted after restarting the computer.		Vodei MP does not modify any multimedia files and it does not modify any system data or registry entries which are not necessary for proper playback of Vodei files. The included uninstaller undoes all changes made to the Windows Registry during installation and removes all files created during installation, with one exception. Due to limitations in Microsoft Windows preventing the deletion of files which are in use, in some cases some DLL files will remain in the installation directory; these files are completely harmless and can be easily deleted after restarting the computer.

Qabala: citations

2007-03-20T15:51:13Z

citations

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	The advertising strategy for the software is three-pronged.		The advertising strategy for the software is three-pronged.
	The majority of users that learn of Vodei Multimedia Processor do so by downloading a file encoded with the container. As stated before, viewing the file without the software merely displays an ad to the software maker where it is advertised as a free download.		The majority of users that learn of Vodei Multimedia Processor do so by downloading a file encoded with the container. As stated before, viewing the file without the software merely displays an ad to the software maker where it is advertised as a free download.
	The user can then download the software and install it. After an undisclosed amount of use (about ten minutes on many machines tested), the software opens a dialog box (pictured right) asking the viewer to register the software. Upon typing in the users machine number in the registration page, the site transfers the user to another page asking for payment information (pictured lower right).		The user can then download the software and install it. After an undisclosed amount of use (about ten minutes on many machines tested [http://forum.inmatrix.com/index.php?s=&showtopic=2256&view=findpost&p=13250]), the software opens a dialog box (pictured right) asking the viewer to register the software. Upon typing in the users machine number in the registration page, the site transfers the user to another page asking for payment information (pictured lower right).

	==Safety==		==Safety==
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	Unfortunately with the prevalence of spyware, viruses, and malware on the Internet these days, it has become natural for people to become suspicious of Internet downloads. This section applies only to Vodei MP version 2.00 downloaded from the official website [http://vodei.com/VodeiSetup200.exe]. Caution should be used when installing older, newer, cracked, hacked, or pirated versions as they may behave differently.		Unfortunately with the prevalence of spyware, viruses, and malware on the Internet these days, it has become natural for people to become suspicious of Internet downloads. This section applies only to Vodei MP version 2.00 downloaded from the official website [http://vodei.com/VodeiSetup200.exe]. Caution should be used when installing older, newer, cracked, hacked, or pirated versions as they may behave differently.

	The first concern, despite denials by the creators, is that Vodei MP is allegedly spyware that uses the Internet to communicate and report information about the user's computer and behavior (such as what media files are viewed) to the author, government, content owner, or some other third party. There have been several users claiming that the software ceases to function when an internet connection is not present, therefore, they believe the software is sharing further information via the connection. Vodei MP has been tested and worked as described on Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows XP and Windows Vista with no Internet connection. Once the systems were connected to the Internet and traffic analyzed using a packet sniffer, Vodei MP did not attempt to connect to the Internet over a period of 72 hours. Vodei MP does load some Windows libraries related to networking but these have many other uses, such as internal local communication, besides connecting to the Internet. Since the software never connects to the Internet, it is not possible for it to be spyware because it never sends any information to anyone.		The first concern, despite denials by the creators, is that Vodei MP is allegedly spyware that uses the Internet to communicate and report information about the user's computer and behavior (such as what media files are viewed) to the author, government, content owner, or some other third party. There have been several users claiming that the software ceases to function when an internet connection is not present [http://vodei.wordpress.com/2006/06/21/vodeimark-vodei-is-a-container/], therefore, they believe the software is sharing further information via the connection [http://forum.inmatrix.com/index.php?s=&showtopic=2256&view=findpost&p=13608]. Vodei MP has been tested and worked as described on Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows XP and Windows Vista with no Internet connection. Once the systems were connected to the Internet and traffic analyzed using a packet sniffer, Vodei MP did not attempt to connect to the Internet over a period of 72 hours. Vodei MP does load some Windows libraries related to networking but these have many other uses, such as internal local communication, besides connecting to the Internet. Since the software never connects to the Internet, it is not possible for it to be spyware because it never sends any information to anyone.

	Vodei MP does not modify any multimedia files and it does not modify any system data or registry entries which are not necessary for proper playback of Vodei files~~{{fact}}~~. The included uninstaller undoes all changes made to the Windows Registry during installation and removes all files created during installation, with one exception. Due to limitations in Microsoft Windows preventing the deletion of files which are in use, in some cases some DLL files will remain in the installation directory; these files are completely harmless and can be easily deleted after restarting the computer.		Vodei MP does not modify any multimedia files and it does not modify any system data or registry entries which are not necessary for proper playback of Vodei files. The included uninstaller undoes all changes made to the Windows Registry during installation and removes all files created during installation, with one exception. Due to limitations in Microsoft Windows preventing the deletion of files which are in use, in some cases some DLL files will remain in the installation directory; these files are completely harmless and can be easily deleted after restarting the computer.

	The conclusion is that any unexpected behavior (none of which appeared during this test) exhibited by Vodei MP is due to an unintentional conflict with other software or a bug; this should of course be reported to the distributor.		The conclusion is that any unexpected behavior (none of which appeared during this test) exhibited by Vodei MP is due to an unintentional conflict with other software or a bug; this should of course be reported to the distributor.

Qabala: /* Marketing Method */

2007-03-20T15:29:41Z

Marketing Method

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	The advertising strategy for the software is three-pronged.		The advertising strategy for the software is three-pronged.
	The majority of users that learn of Vodei Multimedia Processor do so by downloading a file encoded with the container. As stated before, viewing the file without the software merely displays an ad to the software maker where it is advertised as a free download.		The majority of users that learn of Vodei Multimedia Processor do so by downloading a file encoded with the container. As stated before, viewing the file without the software merely displays an ad to the software maker where it is advertised as a free download.
	The user can then download the software and install it. After an ~~extended~~ amount of use, the software ~~might open~~ a dialog box (pictured right) asking the viewer to register the software. Upon typing in the users machine number in the registration page, the site transfers the user to another page asking for ~~payments~~ information (~~also~~ pictured right).		The user can then download the software and install it. After an undisclosed amount of use (about ten minutes on many machines tested), the software opens a dialog box (pictured right) asking the viewer to register the software. Upon typing in the users machine number in the registration page, the site transfers the user to another page asking for payment information (pictured lower right).

	==Safety==		==Safety==

Qabala: /* Safety */

2007-03-20T15:16:30Z

Safety

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	Unfortunately with the prevalence of spyware, viruses, and malware on the Internet these days, it has become natural for people to become suspicious of Internet downloads. This section applies only to Vodei MP version 2.00 downloaded from the official website [http://vodei.com/VodeiSetup200.exe]. Caution should be used when installing older, newer, cracked, hacked, or pirated versions as they may behave differently.		Unfortunately with the prevalence of spyware, viruses, and malware on the Internet these days, it has become natural for people to become suspicious of Internet downloads. This section applies only to Vodei MP version 2.00 downloaded from the official website [http://vodei.com/VodeiSetup200.exe]. Caution should be used when installing older, newer, cracked, hacked, or pirated versions as they may behave differently.

	The first concern, despite denials by the creators, is that Vodei MP is allegedly spyware that uses the Internet to communicate and report information about the user's computer and behavior (such as what media files are viewed) to the author, government, content owner, or some other third party. Vodei MP has been tested and worked as described on Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows XP and Windows Vista with no Internet connection. Once the systems were connected to the Internet and traffic analyzed using a packet sniffer, Vodei MP did not attempt to connect to the Internet over a period of 72 hours. Vodei MP does load some Windows libraries related to networking but these have many other uses, such as internal local communication, besides connecting to the Internet. Since the software never connects to the Internet, it is not possible for it to be spyware because it never sends any information to anyone.		The first concern, despite denials by the creators, is that Vodei MP is allegedly spyware that uses the Internet to communicate and report information about the user's computer and behavior (such as what media files are viewed) to the author, government, content owner, or some other third party. There have been several users claiming that the software ceases to function when an internet connection is not present, therefore, they believe the software is sharing further information via the connection. Vodei MP has been tested and worked as described on Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows XP and Windows Vista with no Internet connection. Once the systems were connected to the Internet and traffic analyzed using a packet sniffer, Vodei MP did not attempt to connect to the Internet over a period of 72 hours. Vodei MP does load some Windows libraries related to networking but these have many other uses, such as internal local communication, besides connecting to the Internet. Since the software never connects to the Internet, it is not possible for it to be spyware because it never sends any information to anyone.

	Vodei MP does not modify any multimedia files and it does not modify any system data or registry entries which are not necessary for proper playback of Vodei files. The included uninstaller undoes all changes made to the Windows Registry during installation and removes all files created during installation, with one exception. Due to limitations in Microsoft Windows preventing the deletion of files which are in use, in some cases some DLL files will remain in the installation directory; these files are completely harmless and can be easily deleted after restarting the computer.		Vodei MP does not modify any multimedia files and it does not modify any system data or registry entries which are not necessary for proper playback of Vodei files{{fact}}. The included uninstaller undoes all changes made to the Windows Registry during installation and removes all files created during installation, with one exception. Due to limitations in Microsoft Windows preventing the deletion of files which are in use, in some cases some DLL files will remain in the installation directory; these files are completely harmless and can be easily deleted after restarting the computer.

	The conclusion is that any unexpected behavior (none of which appeared during this test) exhibited by Vodei MP is due to an unintentional conflict with other software or a bug; this should of course be reported to the distributor.		The conclusion is that any unexpected behavior (none of which appeared during this test) exhibited by Vodei MP is due to an unintentional conflict with other software or a bug; this should of course be reported to the distributor.


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