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Volume 106

July 28, 2009

Exploring Windows brings you tips, tricks, downloads, and updates to help you get the most out of Windows. Was this newsletter forwarded to you? Subscribe to Exploring Windows.

Movies, music, and more: the perfect staycation

Need a little break? With Windows, you've got tons of options - without a lot of extra expense. Set up an amazing entertainment system, record TV for free, or play games with the whole family online or on your PC. Read how one pair of busy parents are able to quickly relax by watching their favorite movies and TV shows with Netflix in Windows Media Center.

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Tips and tricks on taking a break with Windows

Watch, pause, and record live TV on your PC

Who needs a DVR? With Windows Media Center, you can interact with your TV from your PC and even record future programs, so you'll never miss your favorite shows again.

Music in the house

Don't let all the good music on your PC just sit there! Enjoy it in every room of your house, using this practical advice.

Powered-up PC gaming

Whether you're a World of Warcraft addict or a Tetris fan, these hardware and online game tips will put you on track for the ultimate gaming experience.

Learn from people like you

A few tips about Media Center Extenders

7/6/2009, Pete
Media Center Extenders are cool little boxes that let you extend a lot of the Media Center experience from your PC to another screen in the home using the home network. The Xbox 360 is perhaps the best known...

Podcast: Windows 7 & Media

5/8/2009, Marcus at Microsoft
There are some really cool media features and scenarios being enabled by Windows 7. One of the best parts of my job is that I get to talk to some of the Microsoft employees that make these things possible...

Streaming media in Windows 7 - streaming your collection over the Internet

5/1/2009, Simon
One of the coolest new features that came along with the Windows 7 RC was the added functionality of being able to stream media over the Internet, so wherever you are, you have access to your collection...

Related links

•	Download our free, step-by-step guide to playing games on your PC
•	Get started with Windows Movie Maker
•	Listen to music, create a playlist, or set a slideshow to music
•	Take a Web break: Watch a video, play a game, learn something new

Spotlight on Windows 7

Windows 7 turns your PC into a remote control for your networked media devices. With a new feature called "Play To," you can easily send photos to your digital picture frame, play your music on the stereo, or send a video to the TV, all from your PC.

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Featured downloads

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•	Free e-learning and downloadable book chapters for Windows 7

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