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Microsoft Expands Reach of Windows XP Media Center Edition To Europe and Asia

More Than 30 New PC Manufacturers to Deliver Media Center PCs To France, Germany, United Kingdom, China and Japan

REDMOND, Wash. -- Aug. 6, 2003 -- Microsoft Corp. today announced it is working with key partners in Europe and Asia to deliver Media Center Edition PCs later this year to five new countries including France, Germany, the United Kingdom, China and Japan. Based on Microsoft?Windows?XP Media Center Edition, Media Center PCs are complete Windows XP-based PCs that provide a new integrated media and entertainment experience that is convenient and easy to use. Media Center PCs represent the evolution of home computers into digital media hubs, allowing consumers to easily integrate their digital entertainment experiences -- including live television, personal video recording (PVR), digital music, digital video, DVDs and pictures -- all with the freedom of remote-control access.

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