Windows Media Player icon on XP-must list
C|Net | at | by Mike
PC makers that choose to ship Windows XP with icons on the desktop will have to include at least three Microsoft-mandated icons. While news of a MSN Internet access icon emerged last week, Microsoft spokesman Vivek Varma on Wednesday revealed PC makers could also have to place icons for Internet Explorer and Windows Media Player as well as the Recycle Bin.
The placement of the Windows Media Player icon could create more controversy for Microsoft as it puts the finishing touches on Windows XP. PC makers on Wednesday reported Microsoft told them the company would likely release final--or gold--code on Aug. 22. New Windows XP PCs are expected to go on sale on Sept. 24, about a month before the operating system's official late October launch.