This means it won't come with support if you run into problems. Plus you'd have to buy an OEM System Builder version of the software, because no retail version exists. In reality this isn't an upgrade as you'd need to install it as a new operating system. The easiest option is to simply upgrade to Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005. As a result, even if you could install WMP 11, it would cause the Media Center program to stop working correctly, therefore the installer simply stops when confronted with your operating system. Unfortunately, Microsoft has decided not to continue the upgrade path that allowed users of early MCE computers to upgrade as far as the 2004 version. This new WMP code was also used as the basis for Windows Media Player 11, which is starting to be used in DRM protected streaming video, most notably by Netflix. Windows Media Player is at the heart of the Media Center application that creates what Microsoft calls a '10 foot interface'. In 2005 they released a new Media Center Edition, still based on Windows XP, but built on different Windows Media Player code. How Did This Happen?In 2002 Microsoft released the original version of Windows XP Media Center Edition (MCE), which they continued to develop through 2004. As the error explains, versions of Windows XP MCE prior to 2005 aren't compatible with WMP 11. If you try to watch a movie you'll be greeted with a message that you must upgrade Windows Media Player (WMP), which will be followed by an error when you try to do so. Despite the lack of newer features, users with older systems or those who favor familiar controls will find that the free Windows Media Player 9 fits like an old, sequined glove.If you have a computer running Windows XP Media Center Edition (including earlier versions upgraded through Service Pack 2) and you're a Netflix customer, you may have found that you can't use their Watch Instantly streaming video service that's included with your monthly subscription. The Internet radio player searches station listings by genre or location. Copying to and copying from CDs works, but don't expect most options available from current players. Controls, for the most part, are easy to access, though some skins stretch the concept of user-friendly. Video playback in any of the included skins is adequate. The large varieties of visualizations are easy to implement and are sure to amuse those who remember the 1960s.
The graphic equalizer features 22 preset options, and the usual slider bar will be familiar to 1970s rock fans. Standard audio playback functions are easy to access.
The interface is familiar with a simple menu of commands, a central playback window, and an information bar. This version-9-is getting up in age and is best used for older systems. The de facto standard for Windows media playback is Windows Media Player.
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