Chapter 23. Connecting to the Zune Software

In November 2006, Microsoft launched Zune, a portable music and video player that provided a unique and fun way to listen to and watch media on the go. Along with the physical Zune devices, Microsoft also released the Zune software. This software enabled users to manage their media and connect with others, a feature Microsoft called Zune Social. Zune Social allows you to see what your friends are listening to, helping you to discover new music you might like.

While developing Windows Phone 7, Microsoft realized that the Zune software could serve as a logical way to manage music, movies, and pictures on your phone. So, it included a version of the Zune software on your Windows Phone 7 device that largely ...

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