Windows XP Media Center Edition (MCE) 2005 is an operating system that enables you to enjoy the best in home entertainment, personal productivity, and creativity on your home PC in an easy, complete, and connected way. With Media Center Edition 2005, you can store, share, and enjoy all of your photos, all of your music, all of your home video, and even recorded TV in one sleek and easy to use place.
Computers powered by Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 are called Media Center PCs. They are complete Windows XP-based PCs enhanced for home entertainment. These computers represent the evolution of home PCs into digital media hubs that bring together your entertainment choices and allow you to access them with one remote control. (Microsoft)
The best way to demonstrate MCE 2005 has been done by its creators at Microsoft. Follow these links below:
Experience Media Center Yourself (300K)
Navigate a virtual product trial so you can see Media Center for yourself! This demo requires Macromedia Flash Player. For an optimal viewing experience, use a 56 Kbps or faster Internet connection.
Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Overview (300K)
Preview the key features of Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005. The Demo requires Windows Media Player and a broadband connection.
Media Center Extender Demo (300K)
Find out how Media Center Extender Devices can turn any room in your house into a media room. The Demo requires Windows Media Player and a broadband connection.
A Media Centre has great potential - a customized one has even more. Similar to the choices available for your home computer, it's important to get suitable features. For instance, the type of television you're connecting to will have a lot to say in the type of video card you need; will it be composite or component? Do you want to run a client from your bedroom TV? One or two tuners? I'll be happy to talk with you and build the best system for your needs.
I have experience in wiring homes for multi-room audio, computer networks, and home theatres. I assure you that the installation of your Media Centre PC will be the best it can possibly be.