Windows Media Player is the classic media player that constantly receives upgrades from the Microsoft team. The application comes as a standard application integrated in the Windows operating system but for more updated versions, a user can also download the tool from the internet. This one features interesting options that provide more flexibility for its users. The tool is absolutely free of charge and it is a direct competitor to other players of this kind, especially because a new feature that integrates online websites with the tool.

Now, a user can choose to create an account that he can manage in order to access websites that feature pay-to-download media items. The prices are really small and this feature is definitely worth a try, as the downloaded items will also remain stored in the cloud, being available for a new download whenever the user needs them. A search box is also now available and it allows users to search within the media library that they are able to build in the beginning. All sorts of media files can be imported within the library and they can be sorted according to different factors.

CDs can also be created with the mini-burning tool provided by the media player and the tracks can be arranged in the desired order before the burning process is started. The bit rate can also be set in order to provide higher quality playback. The back and forward buttons allow users to easily navigate throughout the interface of the player while songs are playing. The playlist is simple and it will be revealed in the right area of the screen. In comparison to older versions of the software, the newer installment provides more quality features that definitely make it a choice to take into consideration when choosing a good player.