| Get ready to discover your computer’s amazing multimedia capabilities. Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition Fast & Easy offers step-by-step instructions for using your computer as a television, DVD player, photo viewer, CD player, and more! By the time you finish, you’ll even cover multimedia file storage options and the Media Center remote control.
This Fast & Easy book from Premier Press is a great tool for those exploring the world of the Windows XP Media Center Edition PC, one of the latest technology innovations in computing. Windows XP Media Center Edition is an operating system that truly keeps up with the demands of today’s multimedia-hungry computer users. It was designed for users who want to get the most out of the investment they made in their computer.
For years, people have been combining technologies to make life easier. I have a watch that is also a remote control, a camera that doubles as an MP3 player, and a pen that is also a clock. It’s no wonder that there are now computers that act as televisions, VCRs, DVDs, and CD players. Windows XP Media Center Edition brings together all of these technologies in an easy-to-use operating system that can control all of your multimedia devices at the touch of a button.
Windows XP Media Center Edition comes preinstalled on Media Center computers that are currently available from a variety of different manufacturers. It is primarily the operating system Windows XP with some additional functionality. This additional functionality comes mainly in the form of the Media Center. The Media Center is a program that allows you to control the built-in television, program guide, recorder, video player, DVD player, CD player, and photo viewer. It also acts as a central location to manage all of your multimedia files. An added bonus of Windows XP Media Center computers is that they come with a remote control that will allow you to control your computer from a distance. This makes the transition from watching television in the traditional way to watching it on your computer even easier.
About the Author Eric Grebler is an IT professional, author and certified trainer who has demystified the world of computers for thousands of people. Originally from Ottawa, he currently resides in Toronto, Canada. Eric has developed curriculum and resource material on a wide range of technical topics including desktop publishing, graphics, XML and operating systems. He is also the author of "Digital Performer 4 Ignite!" (Course Technology PTR, 1592003524), "Lindows Fast & Easy" (Premier Press, 1592000606) and "Windows XP Media Center Edition Fast & Easy" (Premier Press, 1592000835). |