A digital media player and library application which is meant for playing audio, video and also viewing images on personal computer is Windows Media Player. As the name suggests, it has been developed by Microsoft. Windows Media Player runs on the Microsoft Windows operating system and is also Pocket PC and Windows Mobile. This software tool has the ability to rip music from and also copying music to compact discs can be done with building Audio CDs in discs which are recordable, synchronizing content with a digital audio player (MP3 player) and other mobile devices. It also enables the users for purchasing or renting music from a number of online music stores. It has replaced earlier software called Media Player and has features which are beyond the simple music or audio playback. Windows Media Player has innumerable features. It allows the user for connecting, sharing, and syncing data with a handheld portable device and game consoles, has playback of audio, video and pictures together with fast forward and reverse facilities. Supporting the local playback, streaming playback it helps in progressive downloads. A number of versions have been released under Windows Media Player; the latest to go is Windows Media Player 11 with which an improved support for Direct X was introduced. It has offered new great ways of storing and enjoying the music, videos, and pictures and also recorded TV. The unique and simple design will bring your digital entertainer a new look. You ca enjoy with this version no matter wherever you go.