Bitstream and Real Media

QueHuong

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1) A website tells me I should download Bitstream WebFont Player...not too sure what that is. Recently, the streaming audio doesn't seem to be working for me so I'm not sure if it's because I need this Bitstream. What is it, and what would it do if I install it (like add spyware, etc)? The Font in the name sounds obvious, but what exactly is a "font player"?

2) I also want to listen to streaming audio at www.bbc.co.uk and it requires RealPlayer One (UGH!). I tried using that modified Windows Media Player to play the .[butt]ram file but it tells me I need One. So I might have to install it...again, how will this stupid program hijack my computer? I need to decide if it's worth installing.
 

QueHuong

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Nevermind... site from #1 seems to be working now. But I'd still like to know what BitStream WebFont Player is and still need help for #2.