Media Center Cut in Windows 8 angers users

Microsoft has revealed that Media Center will not be built into Windows 8 despite past assurances that it would be part of the new OS. Instead, users of the Windows 8 Professional edition will have to pony up money for a Media Center Pack. Those running the basic version of Windows 8 will have to pay for a Windows 8 Pro Pack just to get Media Center. The lack of Media Center also means that DVD playback won't natively be available in Windows 8 since that option won't be part of Windows Media Player. Users who want to play DVDs will either have to pay for the upgrade or rely on third-party utilities. Many of the people responding to Microsoft's blog discussing the decision are none too happy. Some are upset over the loss of Media Center. Others are griping about the inability to play DVDs.