Friends don't let friends install RealPlayer. If you need to play RealMedia streams, I suggest RealAlternative.
Agreed.
Unfortunately, part of my job involves streaming Real Media.
We began offering alternative formats a few years back because a portion of our more intelligent customers flat-out refused to install RealPlayer (and the host of other garbage that comes along with it).
BTW - Real charges big $$$ for their wonderful streaming server software.
Double BTW - GOOD LUCK if you ever want to edit or convert Real Media to another format. It can be done, but it ain't easy.
As you might have guessed, I am not a fan.
Quicktime is also malicious.
A hearty SECOND to that statement!