i have same issue with Windows 7, i am unable to play media files.
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Solution: Can't play Windows Media file on preconfigured W7
Symptoms:
On a computer that is preconfigured with Windows 7, you cannot play a media file. The media file is Windows Media Digital Rights Management (DRM) protected or Zune DRM protected.
Additionally, you cannot purchase or play new Windows Media DRM protected media files and Zune DRM protected media files on this computer.
Cause:
This issue occurs because Windows 7 is preinstalled on a new computer by using image-based Windows deployment technology. Windows Media DRM and Zune DRM systems are affected by this type of Windows 7 installation.
Resolution:
To resolve this issue, you must check the functionality of Windows Media DRM and Zune DRM. If Windows Media DRM and Zune DRM do not function, use the ResetDRM tool to reset DRM systems. To do this, follow these steps:
CONTINUED: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/976590/
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Those with that " Windows 7 E" version often complain like you.
Bob
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To get around it you learn about CODECS and you try VLC PLAYER.
Microsoft does not issue an OS that plays it all. If you must know why, just think "PATENTS."
Bob
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In options within windows media player,IN privacy you need uncheck download usage rights when I play or sync a file. This should remedy the problem. LOL windows is sneaky like that. If you want to improve the speed of you player, you might also might want to set your speed within media player because that is why your "porn" may be buffering lol also good for streaming content through WMP at least that what I use that option for.
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<span id="result_box" class="" lang="en"><span class="hps">great <span class="hps">share <span class="hps">thank you <span class="hps">very helpful..!
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VLC is much better for media files than Windows Media Player just for the simple fact that VLC will run anything and WMP you have to search the internet for codec which will play most modern media files, but this is the internet and personal computing so it's all about convenience. VLC all the way and they just released VLC 2.0
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My win 7 is flagship version , never have this promble .
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Windows 7 no sound and no network. help me!
with error: unidentified network
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