DivX codec vs. Xvid Codec?

Ok, so two days ago I downloaded a video from Veoh.com and it required a video codec DivX in order to work in WMM. So I downloaded it from the offical website. It was ok, but after 5 hours or so I began having the WebHancer Spyware virus that kept having fraud popups and messages on the bottom of the screem claiming I have caught a virus and to download so and so programs. I ended up having to reboot my computer.

So now, I need this codec and a friend said that Xvid Codec is the same and that I should use it. However after the shock i recieved from DivX I’m a little afraid to do so. Is Xvid safe from viruses and spyware. This is the link to it.

http://www.download.com/XviD-Video-Codec/3000-2140_4-10651548.html

Even though it said it is tested spyware free I’m not whether or not it is actually safe. Anyone have any ideas?

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