For example, if the content creator prioritized audio quality over video quality or frame rate, you may enjoy the audio but be frustrated by the video. This is why you can receive content from some sites but not others. For best quality and consistent results, encourage your administrator to open the appropriate ports on the firewall to allow streaming. Windows Media Player 7 is best experienced with an Internet connection, but it is not required. Certain features, such as the display of CD information and retrieval of AMG music and artist data, may be unavailable until the consumer connects to the Internet.
Most content providers offer a variety of connection speeds.
Naturally, the faster your connection speed, the better the quality of the audio and video. In the Windows Media Components Setup dialog box, make sure the Remove Windows Media Components option is selected, and then click Next. In the Windows Media Components Setup dialog box, scroll down the list, select the Windows Media Player check box, and then click Next.