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.