Introduction
The media center is effectively dead as during the developer's conference in San Francisco Microsoft has announced that the users who upgrade their OS from Windows 7 or 8 to Windows 10 will lose the functionality of Windows media center altogether and there is no way back as the software is not being supported in Windows 10 at all. The fact of the matter is that as per the organization the media center 10 is becoming a burden and in near future, the company will make sure that a DVD solution is launched for all those who want it to run in the best manner. This tutorial is all about the alternatives that are to be searched to make sure that the user gets the same functionality when it comes to playing media on Windows 10.
10 Players that can run on Windows 10 as alternatives for Windows Media Player
Following is a list of the players that can be used as an alternative to WMP 10 using the windows 10 as all the companies have upgraded the solutions as per the requirement of windows 10:
1. XBMC
A solution that will work in the best manner to make sure that the Windows 10 are not only used for media paying but the functionality of the player is also used to make sure that the user gets the best and state of the art results about this player. It has been upgraded to be used on Windows 10 and hence it is the first and foremost choice in this regard:
2. Plex media player
It is also one of the best players to make sure that the user gets the best and the state of the art results and not just for windows 10 it is being used and recommended as an alternative to WMP when it comes to the previous versions of the OS i.e. Windows7 and 8. The company has also made sure that new features are added as the program is upgraded for windows 10.
3. Buy
It is that player that has made sure that the user gets the best and the state of the art features of both Plex as well as XBMC and hence it is for the users who love to play media with ease and satisfaction using the advanced controls and system that has been integrated. It is a player which makes sure that the user gets the best viewing experience as well:
4. Media portal
The best feature of the program is that is it open-source and therefore the tools and the related terminologies are available online to make sure that the user gets the best support in this regard. It is also to be noted that the user should make sure that the media portal is used for multiple streaming of videos as well as the player fully supports this functionality:
5. Myth TV
It is also one of the platforms which make sure that the user gets the best and the state of the art features that are embedded within. The overall integration of the player has been done in a manner which makes sure that the live TV is not only watched but it is also recorded in the best manner to make sure that the programs are never missed and the user also remains up to date:
6. VLC
Developed by the Video LAN organization the player is the best within this list and therefore it is very important to note that the player can play any format a user can think of without any issue and problem. It is also to be noted that the user should download the player from the official website as there lies the official version. It is free of charge and open-source:
7. KM player
KM player has been ignored for quite a while now but the users can now download the player and test it as an alternative to WMP when it comes to windows 10. The player is the best and the user can make sure that the best and the most advanced terminology is enjoyed to make sure that the WMP is not only forgotten but the user also gets the habit of using this awesome piece of technology:
8. Moovida
With a simple and user-friendly layout, this player is the best to make sure that the user gets the best experience when this player is used. It is best to make sure that the user is not only pacified but the layout has also been made in such a manner that makes sure that the user remains contented while this player is used as it is the best way out to change the media from WMP to something else.
9. Winamp
The win amp player needs no introduction as it makes sure that not only the normal formats are played but the user also gets the best and the state of the art features that are embedded within. It is also to be noted that the player is again an open-source program and the best to use as an alternative:
10. M player
All in one player that offers the best and the state of the art features to the users about the media playing over the windows 10 when the Windows media center is not there to support the user. The interface has been made in line with the user requirements and hence it is a sure alternative to WMP.
Conclusion and tips for those who will continue using WMC on Windows
One thing is for sure that the Windows media center is just an old good friend to whom the makers have now waved their hands. In other words, it is useless now to use windows media center as the support has ended when it comes to windows 10. For all those who still want to use it following are the tips in this regard to make the user efficient and effective. The guide can also be accessed at this URL.
1. If the user wants to view lots of live TV on the WMC then it is advised to turn the option of "Always Start in Live TV Mode" to make sure that the user gets the best and the state of art service and the navigational steps are never to be repeated.
2. The channel guide is to be customized to make sure that the list is made simple than ever. It is to be noted that the user in this regard should make sure that the ZTV channel logo and the color coding is added.
3. The live TV pause buffer is also increased to make sure that the optimal viewing experience is enjoyed in the best manner.
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