What are VOC Files?
The .voc file is a compressed Creative Labs Audio File format that is used by some sound cards for audio files or other recorded sound files. This kind of file most likely contains audio data, like music, and you will need a media player to open it. In this case, the media player that you use needs to be compatible with the sound card that was used to create the files. Unfortunately, the big names in media players, like Windows Media Player and Quicktime don’t support .voc files, and they are not very common. However, there is a media player that is capable of playing these files called WinAmp.
WinAmp
WinAmp was designed by a software development firm called Nullsoft, and released in 1997, but it is now owned by Time Warner. WinAmp Media Player is a free program, and a quick and easy download. There are almost 60 million WinAmp users around the world and it is a reliable download. There is a pro version available that cost just under twenty dollars, but the freeware version works well enough.
Where to Get WinAmp
You can get this download from the WinAmp website, and the most recent version is the 5.54. If you are running the Windows Vista operating system on your computer, there are a few known compatibility issues that will restrict WinAmp performance, but developers are working on fixes for them that will be available in future releases. Once you download the program stay on top it and keep checking back with the website until you get the updates you need. You might also want to update your drivers to make sure that everything is up to date.
WinAmp Requirements
Before you can use WinAmp, your computer will need to meet some minimum system requirements that include:
- 500 MHz Pentium III or higher processor
- 64 MB RAM
- 15 MB of available hard drive space
- 16bit sound card
- Windows 2000
- Internet Explorer 5.01 for online user support
However, these are only minimum standards, and the program developers recommend higher system preferences.
Kate Dubensky | November 7th, 2008
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