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		<title>WMV to DVD</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 21 Aug 2010 11:54:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Charles Salmon</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Windows Media Video (also known as WMV) is one of the video file formats created and launched by Microsoft. This format is commonly used in High Definition Digital Video Disc as well as in Blu Ray Disc. Other codec that are associated with this format are WMV Image and WMV Screen. Most of the files that feature this format are stored and retrieved in ASF container format. Windows Media Video files are useful because these can be played in various media players such as Winamp and Windows Media Players. To maximize the use of this special file format, it is important to know the steps in burning a WMV to DVD.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Windows Media Video (also known as WMV) is one of the video file formats created and launched by Microsoft. This format is commonly used in High Definition Digital Video Disc as well as in Blu Ray Disc. Other codec that are associated with this format are WMV Image and WMV Screen. Most of the files that feature this format are stored and retrieved in ASF container format. Windows Media Video files are useful because these can be played in various media players such as Winamp and Windows Media Players. To maximize the use of this special file format, it is important to know the steps in burning a WMV to DVD.</p>
<p>How do I burn a WMV to DVD? The steps are very simple and easy to follow. Before proceeding with the process of copying and storing WMV to DVD, it is important to ensure that the PC has the minimum system requirements.</p>
<h2>Minimum System Requirements</h2>
<ul>
<li>PC with any of the following operating systems, Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows Millenium Edition, Windows Vista and Windows XP</li>
<li>233 megahertz processor</li>
<li>64 megabytes RAM</li>
<li>100 megabytes available space on the hard disc</li>
<li>DVD drive</li>
<li>16-bit sound card</li>
<li>At least Super VGA screen resolution</li>
<li>Headphones or speaker</li>
<li>Fast Internet connection</li>
<li>DVD burning software</li>
<li>WinAvi video converter</li>
</ul>
<h2>Instructions</h2>
<ol>
<li>Install WinAvi converting program in your computer and put an icon of the program on your desktop to access it easily.</li>
<li>If you cannot purchase the program, download and install the trial version of WinAvi from the Internet.</li>
<li>Save the files that you want to burn on the hard drive.</li>
<li>Create a folder on the desktop and transfer all the WMV files to the folder.</li>
<li>Run the converting program and select the DVD button on the main menu of the computer application.</li>
<li>When a new window appears on the screen of your computer, select the browse option.</li>
<li>Choose the files that you wish to burn.</li>
<li>Select the format that you like to use like MPEG 2.</li>
<li>Click the Start option to initiate the conversion of the files.</li>
<li>When the conversion was finished, look for the Video-TS folder.</li>
<li>Use computer application such as Nero Vision to burn a digital video disc.</li>
<li>Transfer the converted files into the disc.</li>
<li>Run the disc to check if the conversion was successful.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Tips and Warnings</h2>
<ul>
<li>To check if the converted files have high quality, it is best to run it through Windows Media Player with the use the DVD as the source of data.</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Play WMV Files</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Aug 2010 22:31:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Charles Salmon</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Multimedia]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[One of the type of files developed by Microsoft that provide synchronous audio and video, Windows Media Video (also known as WMV) is a compressed format that is very easy to play. This format is created and launched by the company to enhance media streaming and broadcasting applications that are suitable for the Internet. Because of the support given by the Society for Motion Picture and Television Engineers, WMV was adapted for different physical-delivery programs like Blu Ray Disc and HD DVD.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>One of the type of files developed by Microsoft that provide synchronous audio and video, Windows Media Video (also known as WMV) is a compressed format that is very easy to play. This format is created and launched by the company to enhance media streaming and broadcasting applications that are suitable for the Internet. Because of the support given by the Society for Motion Picture and Television Engineers, WMV was adapted for different physical-delivery programs like Blu Ray Disc and HD DVD.</p>
<p>How do I play WMV files? There are some important steps that you need to follow in order to play these files in your computer. In addition to these, it is also necessary that the laptop or personal computer that you will use have the minimum system requirements.</p>
<h2>Minimum System Requirements for Windows-Based Computers</h2>
<ul>
<li>Any of these operating systems, Windows XP Home Edition, Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Tablet, Windows XP Media Center Edition and Windows Vista</li>
<li>233 megahertz processor</li>
<li>64 megabytes RAM</li>
<li>DVD or CD drive</li>
<li>28.8 kilobits per second modem</li>
<li>16-bit sound card</li>
<li>Super VGA screen resolution</li>
<li>Video card with 64 megabytes of RAM</li>
<li>DirectX.9.0b</li>
<li>Headphones or speakers</li>
<li>Microsoft ActiveSync</li>
<li>Netscape 7.1 or Microsoft Internet Explorer 6</li>
</ul>
<h2>Instructions</h2>
<ol>
<li>Check if the computer is already loaded with Windows Media Player program. Update the version of the program to use it efficiently in playing Windows Media Video files. If you do not have the program, you can download it at Windows Media Player Download site.</li>
<li>To play the files, open the Windows Media Player program of the computer.</li>
<li>Select the files that you want to play. If you do not want to use the Windows Media Player program, you can use other computer programs like Winamp, DivX and VLC but be sure that these have WMV codecs.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Tips and Warnings</h2>
<ul>
<li>If you are using an Apple computer, you can still use the program by installing the Windows Media Player program. Follow the instructions carefully to download and install it properly in your computer. As soon as the program was installed, you can start listening to WMV files.</li>
<li>On the other hand, if you are using a laptop with Linux operating system, you need to install a computer program that feature codec that is suitable for the files. Some of the efficient software that you can download are Package, Essential Media, Xine and VLC player. When the program was installed, you can start playing audio and video files with the WMV format.</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Wireless Computer Speakers</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Aug 2010 01:39:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Charles Salmon</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Multimedia]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Technology is progressing quickly, very quickly. The computer industry is progressing at the same rate - and with new computers, come new speakers. Who likes tidily wiring their house with speakers? Who likes tripping over wires, because they don't like tidily wiring their house with speakers? That's exactly my point. Wireless computer speakers are an excellent idea.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Technology is progressing quickly, very quickly. The computer industry is progressing at the same rate &#8211; and with new computers, come new speakers. Who likes tidily wiring their house with speakers? Who likes tripping over wires, because they <em>don&#8217;t</em> like tidily wiring their house with speakers? That&#8217;s exactly my point. Wireless computer speakers are an excellent idea.</p>
<h2>The Benefits of Wireless Computer Speakers</h2>
<p>Wireless computer speakers are a lot tidier, can be moved around easily, and can be placed where you want them to be placed. Wireless computer speakers can be moved up to 16 ft. from the receiver, allowing you to experiment with different distances and heights to help you generate the best possible, quality sound.</p>
<h2>The Wide Range of Available Wireless Computer Speakers</h2>
<p>A wide range of manufacturers, including Sony, Logitech, and Bose &#8211; amongst others, brand their company names onto wireless computer speakers daily. They are far from being in short supply.</p>
<p>Many different shapes and sizes are on offer, with different quality sounds. Paying a larger price tag will not necessarily get you a better speaker. You really have to hunt around, and listen to other people&#8217;s experiences.</p>
<p>Most speakers generally run on 3 x AAA batteries.</p>
<h2>Other Uses for Wireless Computer Speakers</h2>
<p>Your wireless computer speakers will not be limited to use with your computer, they can easily be used with any portable devices that you may have, including iPods and MP3 players.</p>
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		<title>AVI to WMV</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:28:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Charles Salmon</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Multimedia]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[One of the most used and famous media conversion processes is the conversion of AVI files to WMV. Both these formats were developed and introduced by Microsoft Corp. in the mid 1990s. Because these computer applications were launched by the same company, it is easy for people to convert Audio Video Interleave files to Windows Media Video files. To make sure that you do the conversion processes successfully, it is best to first check if the computer or laptop that you will use features the minimum system requirements.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>One of the most used and famous media conversion processes is the conversion of AVI files to WMV. Both these formats were developed and introduced by Microsoft Corp. in the mid 1990s. Because these computer applications were launched by the same company, it is easy for people to convert Audio Video Interleave files to Windows Media Video files. To make sure that you do the conversion processes successfully, it is best to first check if the computer or laptop that you will use features the minimum system requirements.</p>
<p>How do I convert AVI to WMV? The conversion process is simple and easy. Below are the simple instructions that you need to follow to do this task efficiently.</p>
<h2>Minimum System Requirements</h2>
<ul>
<li>PC or laptop computer with any of these OS, Windows 98, Windows Millennium Edition, Windows NT4, Windows 2000, Windows XP as well as Windows Vista</li>
<li>At least 350 megahertz processor</li>
<li>At least 64 megabytes RAM</li>
<li>Dial-up, broadband, DSL or cable Internet connection</li>
<li>Any AVI conversion software</li>
</ul>
<h2>Instructions</h2>
<ol>
<li>Purchase or download free AVI conversion software from the Internet.</li>
<li>Install the software in your computer by carefully following the prompts.</li>
<li>If you are installing authentic conversion software, you need to enter registration information before the installation process will be completed.</li>
<li>Launch the computer application and select the type of conversion process that you like to take place.</li>
<li>Load the files that you like to convert to Windows Media Video format.</li>
<li>You can do step 5 by browsing a specific folder that you have assigned for AVI files.</li>
<li>To be sure that the specific file names are stored in a particular directory, choose a destination file name.</li>
<li>As soon as you have selected the source as well as the destination parameters, select several special features available with the use of the conversion software.</li>
<li>Start the conversion of the files.</li>
<li>Wait for the notification that the conversion process was completed.</li>
<li>Create a folder on your desktop.</li>
<li>Save the converted files in the folder so that you can still use the files in another time.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Tips and Warnings</h2>
<ul>
<li>Some of the free conversion software that you can use are WM Converter 2, Any Video Converter 2.6.7, FormatFactory 1.65 and Koyote Soft Free Video Converter.</li>
<li>If the computer or laptop that you are using is Macintosh, you can use LimitPointSoftware shareware application AddMovie.</li>
<li>If you cannot find AddMovie in local computer shops, you can download the free trial version of the program by visiting the website of LimitPointSoftware.</li>
</ul>
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