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Windows Media Player 11: Learn the basics
Become familiar with the main features of Windows Media Player 11 to get the most out of your entertainment experience on Windows Vista.
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Get started with the Player
Get started with the Player
Learn how to navigate the user interface in Windows Media Player 11.
Play CDs and DVDs
Play CDs and DVDs
Listen to CDs or watch movies on your computer.
All your music—in one place
All your music in one place
Consolidate your music collection with the Player: find any song in seconds, create custom playlists, or burn CDs that feature only your favorite tunes.
Change the default music or video player
Change the default music or video player
Find out how to choose Windows Media Player 11 as the default player for audio and video files.
Show or hide the Classic Menus
Show or hide the Classic Menus
Can't find a command that you used in an earlier version of Windows Media Player? Try displaying the Classic Menus.
Scale down to mini Player mode
Scale down to mini Player mode
Switch to mini Player mode to minimize the Player to the Windows taskbar, while still having access to playback controls and information about the currently playing item.
View a video using the entire screen
View a video using the entire screen
Change the size of the Player to watch a video, TV show, DVD, or song with a visualization in full-screen mode.
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