Windows Media Player is a free app in Windows. But maybe you want more from a media program. Whether you have a huge music library or want to watch a video you downloaded, there are many full-featured programs to choose from.

Below you will find some free programs that can be a perfect alternative to Windows Media Player.

If you are looking for a fully functional replacement for Microsoft's media player, then VLC Media Player is a serious option.

The number of formats it supports is impressive. In addition to playing audio, video, and DVDs, VLC Media Player lets you do advanced things that aren’t possible with Windows Media Player. For example, you can extract audio from video, convert between formats, and set your computer as a streaming media server.