Explore the features: Windows Media Center

Windows Media Center

This feature is included in the following editions of Windows Vista:

	Home Basic
	Home Premium
	Business
	Ultimate

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Enjoy your entire digital entertainment library in full glory on your PC or on your TV with Windows Media Center.^M View your photos in a cinematic slide show, browse your music collection by cover art, easily play DVDs, watch and record TV shows, download movies, and project your home videos.

Windows Media Center offers built-in support for archiving TV shows directly to video DVDs and a platform for content owners to deliver new online entertainment services and experiences.^U For U.S.-based customers, Windows Media Center offers support for digital cable service, by means of a digital cable tuner.

View TV and movies in Windows Media Center.

Enjoy your media

Windows Media Center automatically checks your PC for media files during the setup process so you don't have to waste a minute searching for your content.

Windows Media Center is optimized for widescreen and HD displays. Designed for a wide range of displays and input methods, Windows Media Center is optimized for use with a remote control but also works well with other input devices such as a mouse and keyboard, touch screen, or even a Tablet PC.

View your music library as a "wall of music."

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