Media Advice Archive

How do I set up Windows Media Player 11?

How do I access the Media Guide in Windows Media Player 11?

How do I set up Windows Media Player for Apple Macintosh computers?

How can I transfer my library to another computer?

How can I remove the list of files that I have recently played from the File menu?

Why do I get errors when I try to stream video from the Internet?

What kinds of files can I play in Windows Media Player?

Windows Media Player 11 for Windows XP  Published: November 17, 2006

Learn tips for setting up and using Windows Media Player 11.

Windows Media Player for Mac  Published: July 28, 2006

Learn tips for setting up Windows Media Player for Apple Macintosh computers.

Streaming Errors in Windows Media Player  Published: June 9, 2006

Resolve error messages that you encounter while streaming from the Internet in Windows Media Player.

Using and Creating Skins for Windows Media Player  Published: May 5, 2006

Learn to change the look of Windows Media Player by applying skins, and learn to create your own skins.

Ripping CDs in Windows Media Player  Published: April 21, 2006

Improve ripping performance and solve ripping errors in Windows Media player.

Creating a New Library in Windows Media Player  Published: April 14, 2006

Learn how to move your library for Windows Media Player to a new computer or hard disk drive or "restock" the library on your current computer.

Using the Library in Windows Media Player  Published: April 7, 2006

Add digital media files to your library, save ratings and media information for your songs, and create playlists in Windows Media Player.

Using Visualizations in Windows Media Player  Published: March 10, 2006

Learn to watch visualizations while playing your music in Windows Media Player.

Protecting Your Privacy in Windows Media Player  Published: February 10, 2006

Learn to use privacy settings and options in Windows and Windows Media Player, block pop-ups, and remove spyware to protect your privacy.

Error Messages in Windows Media Player  Published: February 3, 2006

Resolve error messages in Windows Media Player.

Error Messages in Windows Media Player  Published: January 20, 2006

Resolve error messages in Windows Media Player.

Synchronizing Music to Your Device  Published: January 13, 2006

Troubleshoot problems you encounter while synchronizing files from Windows Media Player 10 to your portable music players and other devices.

Burning CDs in Windows Media Player  Published: December 16, 2005

Learn tips for burning CDs in Windows Media Player.

Ripping in Windows Media Player  Published: December 9, 2005

Learn tips for copying files from your CDs to the library in Windows Media Player.

Cleaning Up Your Library in Windows Media Player  Published: December 2, 2005

Learn how to remove duplicate and invalid entries from your library in Windows Media Player.

Streaming Radio Stations in Windows Media Player  Published: November 18, 2005

Learn how to play radio stations in Windows Media Player, add your radio station to the Radio Tuner, and create an Internet radio station.

Audio Playback in Windows Media Player  Published: November 11, 2005

Fix sound device and other audio-playback problems, and learn how to crossfade and queue up songs and play CDs automatically in Windows Media Player.

Using Display Modes in Windows Media Player  Published: November 4, 2005

Learn to use and troubleshoot the display modes in Windows Media Player.

Windows Media Player Library  Published: October 28, 2005

Learn to manage playlists and adjust library settings in Windows Media Player.

Installing Windows Media Player 10  Published: October 21, 2005

Learn tips for setting up Windows Media Player 10.

Error Messages  Published: October 7, 2005

Resolve error messages in Windows Media Player.

Ripping CDs in Windows Media Player  Published: September 16, 2005

Learn tips for ripping CDs in Windows Media Player.

Codecs for Windows Media Player  Published: September 9, 2005

Learn tips for installing and using codecs in Windows Media Player.

Playing Video in Windows Media Player  Published: August 5, 2005

Solve playback and performance problems that can occur while playing video files in Windows Media Player.

Error Messages in Windows Media Player  Published: July 29, 2005

Resolve error messages in Windows Media Player.

Installing Windows Media Player  Published: July 22, 2005

Resolve issues that you may encounter while setting up Windows Media Player.

Playing DVDs in Windows Media Player  Published: July 15, 2005

Learn how to play DVDs in Windows Media Player and tips for DVD-playback troubleshooting.

File Types for Windows Media Player  Published: July 1, 2005

Learn about the types of files you can (and can't) play in Windows Media Player, and how to make the Player the default player on your computer.

Burning CDs in Windows Media Player   Published: June 17, 2005

Learn why the Player stops while inspecting files for burning, what to do when a track (or tracks) won't fit onto a CD, and other tips for burning CDs in Windows Media Player.

Troubleshooting Audio Playback Issues in Windows Media Player   Published: May 20, 2005

Get rid of chipmunk noises and other audio-distortion problems, solve crossfading issues, and learn about CDA and MIDI playback in Windows Media Player.

Playing Video in Windows Media Player   Published: May 13, 2005

Fix video-coloration problems and reduce buffering while playing video on the Internet in Windows Media Player

Playing Video in Windows Media Player   Published: April 29, 2005

Solve playback issues, print video frames, and use encoding utilities to index video or to separate audio from video.

Burning CDs using Windows Media Player   Published: April 15, 2005

Solve buffer underrun errors and learn additional tips for burning your CDs.

Error Messages in Windows Media Player   Published: April 8, 2005

Resolve error messages in Microsoft Windows Media Player.

Adding Lyrics and Managing Information in Your Library   Published: March 25, 2005

Add static/synchronized lyrics to your songs and manage media information and playlists in your library.

Playing Protected Content   Published: March 18, 2005

Learn about "protected" content, licenses, and common errors you might encounter while playing your protected files.

Using Media Information in Windows Media Player   Published: March 11, 2005

Clean up your Player library by fixing missing/incorrect song titles, artist names, genres, and other media information in Windows Media Player 10.

Using Album Art in Windows Media Player   Published: February 25, 2005

Learn how to view, add, and customize album art in Microsoft Windows Media Player.

Burning CDs using Windows Media Player   Published: February 11, 2005

Learn tips and resolve errors when burning CDs.

Using Online Stores in Windows Media Player 10   Published: January 28, 2005

Learn to solve problems you encounter while visiting online stores in Windows Media Player 10.

Troubleshooting DRM   Published: January 7, 2005

Learn to solve digital rights management (DRM) problems while using protected content in Windows Media Player.

Photo Story 3 for Windows  Published: March 3, 2006

Learn how to create a photo story—a slideshow of your digital pictures with narration, music, and more.

Recording Audio  Published: September 30, 2005

Learn tips for recording voices, or tracks from old albums and cassettes, to a digital media file.

Using Windows Media Encoder  Published: May 27, 2005

Fix problems with encoded source files, display images in your encoded content, learn encoder "failover" techniques, and increase the number of client connections to Windows Media Encoder.

Converting Video Formats  Published: May 6, 2005

Convert video file formats, and learn techniques for reducing file size, adding seek capabilities, and batch conversion using Windows Media Encoder and other utilities.

Projecting Windows Media Player  Published: April 22, 2005

Project video presentations in Windows Media Player from your laptop onto a big screen.