Windows Media Player

Windows Media Player

Windows Media Player (often shortened to WMP) is a free to download media player and library software developed by Microsoft for Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X (Windows Media Components for QuickTime), Windows Mobile, and Solaris operating systems. In constant development since almost as long as Windows has been around, functions as a feature-rich all-in-one media application that is sure to cover all of your media-related needs.

Product Features:

As mentioned before, WMP comes packed with a suite of powerful features aimed at making it the most comprehensive media software available. Here are just a few examples of what it brings to the table:

Audio and Video Playback

The primary purpose of this software is media playback. Watch all your favorite videos and movies, and listen to all your favorite music, all from right within the player window.

Media Libraries

You can expect full media library support, allowing you to sort through and categorize all of your files with ease.

Windows Media Player Visualizations

One thing that you are sure to enjoy is the Visualization feature.
Visualizations are dynamic, colorful imagery that plays along in sync with your music.
Although WMP comes packed with some impressive factory presets, you can always download and install fresh content from third-party providers.

Disc Ripping, Burning, and Playback

Another great set of features offered by Windows Media Player are the disc-related features. With WMP, you can rip, burn, and play all of your favorite CDs and DVDs with the click of a button.

Shell Integration

Windows Media Player also offers full shell integration. That means that assuming you’re running a Windows-based operating system, you can enable WMP to appear conveniently on your taskbar.

Supported Formats

WMP supports many formats, including, but not limited to:

.WMA
.MPEG
.MP3
.MP4
.FLAC

Mac OS X Support

Easily import, export and play your WMP files on Mac with the Windows Media Components for QuickTime. Mac users will automatically be presented with this software when they click the download button on this page.

The Bottom Line:

Windows Media Player is a fantastic free media player that can do it all.