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Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005
Microsoft Windows XP Media Center 2005:
  • Powers the all-in-one PC and entertainment center for the entire home
  • Most complete Microsoft Windows experience designed for the home.
  • Enjoy TV, movies, DVDs, music, photos, and more using a single remote.

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Overview

Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 supports the most popular programs for the home and integrates the widest range of applications and services in a familiar way to:
  • Organize digital music and photos from the latest devices.
  • Watch and record live TV while at work or play.
  • Enjoy convenient, remote control access to digital music, photos, and more from one screen.
  • Purchase and download movies.
  • Take advantage of a full range of business and productivity software.

Hardware for Media Center PCs

Media Center PC hardware includes:
  • Remote Keyboard
  • Remote Control and Receiver
  • Media Center Extender

Business Opportunities

Offer Media Center Edition 2005.
Recommend Media Center Edition 2005 to customers considering Windows XP Home Edition by illustrating the identical product features and opportunity for digital entertainment.

Preinstall Media Center Edition 2005.
Lower the price of Media Center PCs by selling them without the TV tuner. Recommend upgrading and purchasing the tuner later.

Update Rollup 2 for Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005

Update Rollup 2 for Media Center Edition 2005 is an update to Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005.

For more details about Update Rollup 2 for Media Center Edition 2003including technical information, download bits, and marketing materials, enroll in the Microsoft Partner Program.

Enroll in the Microsoft Partner Program

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  • Access to the private OEM Partner Center Web site
  • Hands-on demos
  • Technical resources
  • Sales and technical training
  • Licensing
  • Marketing materials
  • Technical Support

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