user1860: I just tried the new Lightworks and even though I followed the installation instructions rigorously I managed to hit codec problems. 
Is there any (preferably proprietary) video editing software with own codecs so that it would run on any Windows? I just want the software to work. Preferably without crashing.

user2994: Depends on what your end goal is, Sony Vegas is nice but VERY outdated, youd be better off spending the extra money on Premiere

user1860: I installed Sony Vegas Movie Studio HD ($34). The download took half a minute, the same to install it, no prerequisities ( except the software updated windows installer ) and everything worked and has been working like a charm.

1860: <p>I just tried the new Lightworks and even though I followed the installation instructions rigorously I managed to hit codec problems. </p>

<p>Is there any (preferably proprietary) video editing software with own codecs so that it would run on any Windows? I just want the software to work. Preferably without crashing.</p>
 2994: <p>Depends on what your end goal is, Sony Vegas is nice but VERY outdated, youd be better off spending the extra money on Premiere</p>
 1860: <p>I installed Sony Vegas Movie Studio HD ($34). The download took half a minute, the same to install it, no prerequisities ( except the software updated windows installer ) and everything worked and has been working like a charm.</p>
