Veteran Microsoft security expert, Jesper Johansson, says he may dump Microsoft's Windows Media Center in favour of Ubuntu-affiliated LinuxMCE after struggling with DRM (Digital Rights Management) software.
With the next generation of Media Center PCs, you'll be able to have your TV and record it too.
Microsoft started selling an updated version of its Plus Digital Media Edition entertainment software on Tuesday that now lets people create digital-photo slideshows on the PC and watch them on a DVD player.
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Australians will have to wait an additional month to get their hands on new entertainment software for the Windows XP operating system, a Microsoft spokesperson has revealed.
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For undemanding users who aren't into HD video, Asus' Eee Box B206 is worth a look; however, it's not powerful enough to take on other media-centre PCs.
Acer's T620 runs Microsoft's Media Center OS, which has a radical new interface for multimedia users who want to manage their digital pictures, music files, TV, and video via remote control.
Does Asus' notebook make Microsoft's Media Center OS redundant?
The RC500 offers PC, TV and audio functionality in one integrated package, but there are a few catches. Read our Australian review.
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