How to Do Everything with Windows Vista™ Media Center

Windows Vista Media Center has the power to change how you interact with your digital media. It helps you watch and record television; obtain and view movies; manage and access personal media; and stream video, music and images. This work shows how to configure this tool for optimum quality and performance and how to put its features into use.

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Now you can enjoy all of your digital media on your PC or TV easily with Windows Vista Media Center! 

Filled with expert tips, this hands-on guide explains how you can watch and record TV shows, download movies and music, view your photos and videos, and so much more--all through one, integrated system. How to Do Everything with Windows Vista Media Center shows you how to configure this versatile tool for optimum quality and performance and how to make the most of all of its powerful--and fun--features.



Connect to a wired or wireless network, the Internet, and a TV signal

Configure your settings, including privacy, parental controls, and closed captioning
Watch, pause, rewind, and record live TV
Download and watch movies and other media
Set up a personal music library and buy or rent music online
Create playlists, burn CDs, synch mobile devices, and stream music
Customize, create, and manage pictures and videos
Access your media from an Xbox 360 or other Windows Vista PCs
Install a DVD, HD DVD, or Blu-ray disc drive for your PC or Xbox 360
Install and configure a TV tuner, a cable card, and an external hard drive