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Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 product overview

Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 powers the all-in-one PC and entertainment center for your entire home. Get all the advanced computing power of Windows XP and enjoy your favorite entertainment on your PC—watch DVDs, record TV, listen to music, share your digital photos, and more.

Find out more about Media Center with interactive demos, a features overview, and answers to frequently asked questions.
Media Center Features overview
Here's the rundown on all the options in a Media Center PC.
What is a Media Center PC?
See for yourself how Media Center will change the way you view pictures, watch TV, listen to music or watch your favorite DVD in an overview video. And you can experience Media Center first-hand in an interactive demo.
Media Center FAQ
Learn more about Media Center with these answers to frequently asked questions.
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