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\"remove<\/p>\n

by Richard Pedersen in Daves Computer Tips<\/p>\n

How to remove video but keep the audio<\/h3>\n

There may be many reasons to do this. Perhaps you want to play the audio on an MP3 player, or create a CD\/DVD of your favorite tunes. Maybe you\u2019d like to listen to them on your mobile device? There are countless reasons for doing so and are limited only by your imagination.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/p>\n

Any Video Converter<\/strong>
\nI\u2019ve been using the free version of Any Video Converter for years now and have no complaints. It\u2019s fast and easy to use. It has a great help system plus plenty of support on their web site including video tutorials. It also supports a huge number of file formats, as well. <\/p>\n

Any Video Converter Installation<\/strong>
\nInstallation is very basic. There is only one suggestion I would make. Don\u2019t install the AVG Security Toolbar.
\nI can\u2019t speak from personal experience but judging from all the questions I receive about how to remove it suggests that it isn\u2019t too popular.
\nHere\u2019s a shot of the installation window to watch out for:<\/p>\n

Article Continued Here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

This excerpt is shared with permission from davescomputertips.com. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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