There's a spiffy new desktop bar from JRiver that gives you quick access to your music (and lots of other useful stuff) at any time.
The latest version of the JRiver Deskbar can be downloaded here:
ftp://ftp.jriver.com/pub/downloads/music/tmp/JRDeskbar106.exeUpdate 6 Changes / Improvements:1. NEW: Using the calculator doesn't require any prefixes or command selection -- just type the math in.
2. NEW: Window Key + S toggles the focus to and from the search box.
Installation:1) You must have MC 10.0.134 or later installed.
2) Run the installer from above.
3) Right-click on taskbar / start menu area and choose Toolbars > JRiver DeskBar (some computers may require a few clicks or a restart for this to show up)
4) Turn off the system clock to save space since the JRiver bar doubles as a clock. Right click on the clock, choose "show properties", then "show clock".
Uninstallation:1) Go to Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs > JRiver Deskbar
Usage:Select the search box. (Windows key + S / click on it) Type some part of a command until it's selected, then hit space to put a star by it. Then, type the query and hit return.
As an example, to search Google, type "g widget" and hit return.
To play dylan in Media Center, type "p dylan" and hit return.
You can also click with the mouse or use the up and down keys.
To use the calculator, just type in expressions. (example: 3+4 or x=1;y=2;x*y)
Enjoy
DISCLAIMER: This component is a beta that may not work correctly. It may not be available at a later date. It may not remain free. It may not be included with MC 10. Use it at your own risk. Copyright (C) 2004 JRiver, Inc. All rights reserved.