How do I install the Windows Media Player?

The newest version is Series 9, though if you have an older version of Windows Media Player installed on your computer it will “auto-update” itself when it encounters a new type of content.

Category	Topic
About Windows Media Player	How do I install the Windows Media Player? What is “auto-update”? How long will the “auto-update” process take?
Basics of Streaming	What do I need to view streaming video on DataFlix? What kind of computer works best? What does “streaming” mean? Can I save a streaming video? What are the different types of streaming video? Why does the DataFlix player look different than other players
Connection Speeds	Why does a faster Internet connection mean better video? Why can’t I choose my own connection speed? How can I get a fast Internet connection? What is DSL? What is a cable modem? What is dial-up and does DataFlix support it?
DataFlix Affiliates	What is a DataFlix Affiliate? How can I become a DataFlix Affiliate? How do I make money with DataFlix? What kind of video will DataFlix accept?
DataFlix Basics	How do I start using DataFlix? What does it cost? How do I pay for it?
Error Messages	I get an error message when I watch the video
Watching Video	I click on a video link and nothing happens I can hear something, but I’m not seeing video I get video, but it looks choppy The video keeps “buffering” -- what does that mean? Can I see video at my office? I am trying to watch a live event and the video does not appear What are archived events?