PowerDVD 5 review:1 stars (Tech Support--ha!) - This stuff is not worth it. I can't use it to watch copyrighted DVDs, and tech support is less than useless. I've had similar experiences to topher66 and Recif. If you do a google search on the error number (F4941436) you'll find lots of people have the same problem. Wouldn't it be nice if they just fixed the problem?1 stars (Kludgy Software. Poor Tech support) - My experience was similar to that of topher666. On a brand new laptop, on which the OEM DVD player ran fine, this software ran extremely slowly with no sound. Tech support was of no help. After filling out a long form on the gocyberlink website, they do not even respond directly to you. You have to login into your account to check if a response has been posted. This is anyway just a form response, to reinstall the program after first editing your registry (something most people are rightfully reluctant to do) to complete the uninstall. The form has to be filled out all over again for each follow-up. I gave up after three weeks of fruitless exchanges, after having sent at their request several diagnostic files, with not a single constructive suggestion.5 stars (Nice software, reliable, plays mpg, svcd, dvd, vcd...) - This software is great. It works flawlessly with windows. I've never had it crash. The picture is very sharp, and the sound is wonderful. Plus the controller can be shrunk, and is skinable. When watching widescreen dvds I use the 'mini control' so that I can see the scene/time information and have the dvd options at hand. you can also take high res still shots of dvd images (saves as bmp), which is nice. There is also a 'show info' option, which gives you detailed info on the file you're playing. You can choose video color to enhance video and a variety of audio options as well. I also like being able to keep this player onto of windows, for example, when I'm typing. This is achieved by selecting 'video always on top.' I recommend this software. There are lots of rebates available out for it, so look around.
PowerDVD 5 Features:
Computer software (programs)
CD Recording (Burning, Burners)
Plays DVD's MP3s, Audio CDs, DivX files, and more
Offers maximum video and audio playback entertainment on the PC
Sharp, rich video quality; audio support for any environment
Fully customizable interface
Feature-rich navigation controls

PowerDVD 5 is the CD-ROM version. The full version can be purchased by clicking on the "CLICK HERE TO ORDER" button below for around 44.99USD.