Video Overview

Some Linux distributions including Ubuntu cannot play MP3s "out of the box". This video details how to make MP3s play.

Target Audience

• Users who wish to play MP3 audio files.

Pre-requisites

• An MP3 file to play or an audio CD to rip
• Functioning sound hardware

Required Knowledge

None

Recommended Knowledge

None

Objectives

• Describe why MP3s aren't playable out of the box on many Linux distributions.
• Outline the necessary configuration and steps required to enable MP3 player support.
• Rip a test MP3 from an audio CD.
• Play an MP3.
• Learn about alternatives to MP3.

Links

• https://help.ubuntu.com/community/RestrictedFormats