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Microsoft has launched a wireless keyboard integrating a remote control, keyboard and mouse pointer. The all-in-one keyboard allows users to send instant messages, watch movies, view images and control a TV. They keys have backlit, designed to make the keyboard easier to use in the dark. Keyboard buttons dominate the middle portion of the device, while mouse functions are located on raised panels on the left and right sides of the unit. The remote control buttons, also on the raised panels, can be used to change channels, raise or lower the volume, or control a DVD movie, among other functions. The keyboard uses 4 AA batteries and utilizes an infrared wireless link to the PC and can operate up to 30 feet away from the system.

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Minimum System Requirements

• 233 MHz Intel Pentium class or better processor
  
• At least 128 MB of RAM
  
• Windows 2000 or XP

Recommended System Configuration

For viewing 640x480 standard definition (SD) H.264 video:

• 1.8 GHz Intel Pentium 4 or faster processor
  
• At least 256 MB of RAM
  
• 64 MB or greater video card
  
• Windows 2000 or XP

New features in QuickTime 7 Player for Windows:

• H.264 video playback. Watch movies created with this state-of-the-art, standards-based codec, which delivers exceptional-quality video.
  
• Surround sound. With QuickTime 7, your PC, and surround speakers, you can enjoy the full effect of your surround sound game or movie.
  
• New and improved playback controls. Easily change settings including jog shuttle, playback speed, bass, treble, and balance.
  
• Zero-configuration streaming. QuickTime automatically determines your optimal Internet connection speed and reconnects dropped connections.
  
• Live resize. Playback continues smoothly as you change the size of the QuickTime Player window
  

New features in QuickTime 7 Pro for Windows:

• Create H.264 video. Create incredible-looking video for any use, from 3G for mobile devices to HD.
  
• Create surround audio. Create a rich multimedia experience by adding multichannel audio to your movie.
  
• Floating controls. Easily access functions like pause, play, fast-forward, and rewind while watching full-screen movies.
  
• Background exporting. Export your movie in the background and continue with your next playback or editing task.
  
• Improved movie authoring. The all-new Movie Properties facilitates simple and efficient movie authoring.
  
• Automate with VB Script. Automate your QuickTime workflow with native VB Script support in QuickTime 7. Developers can also use VB Script to access the new QuickTime Active X control for creating custom multimedia applications.