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REad my comments on WMP 10 and then avoid the monster. On the other hand if you must have post 6 WMP functionality, this is the last one that doesn't integrate itself in an inextricable way to the OS. If you can avoid the pain, run back to 6.

Better than 10, but still greedy about extensions and associations, memory hogging, and downright ornery with competitive software. I only use post 7 WMP on computers that have no other media players installed. If you disregard that, get ready for Microhard Times. However, the main enhance functions e. It use more than 10MB memory. Guys, the WMP9 installer gives full details on everything privacy-related, and lets you disable anything privacy-related you don't like.

The Homepage link up on the top-right corner is wrong. I agree do yourself a favor and keep winamp2 and wmp 6. Downloading this program and installing it is like asking microsoft to violate your privacy and control what you listen and watch.

I just started using Windows XP and have been having some problems with playing DivX files using bizzare codecs. I got this beta to see if it will fix the problem. Most Popular. New Releases. Desktop Enhancements. Networking Software. Trending from CNET.

Download Now. Editors' Review Download. Even though many versions of the program come preinstalled on the Windows OS, users wanting to upgrade to version 9. The interface is simple, allowing users to easily locate and play audio and video files or streaming media from the Internet.

New features include volume control on CD burning, song ratings, and the ability to add sound effects. Using the skins option users can easily customize the look of Windows Media Player to match their preference. But beware before you upgrade to 9. There's no uninstall feature so if your system is not compatible you are out of luck.

Novice users will find this program easy to use. Full Specifications. What's new in version 9. Release December 5, Date Added January 15, Version 9.

Operating Systems. Additional Requirements None. View more screenshots. Download Windows Media Player 6. BumperSoft Editor's Review Status:. Microsoft Windows Media Player is a universal media player you can use to receive audio, video, and mixed-media files in most popular formats.

Use Windows Media Player to listen to or view live news updates or broadcasts of your favorite sports team, to review a music video on a Web site, to "attend" a concert or seminar, or to preview clips from a new movie. In addition, it supports intelligent streaming, which monitors network conditions and automatically makes adjustments to ensure the best reception and playback. You can quickly change the size of the video window and even enlarge it to full-screen size.