Image Gallery: Windows 7 -- A closer look at your next OS?

Pre-beta Windows 7 addresses many Vista complaints -- and introduces a slew of changes

By: Yardena Arar and Harry McCracken, PC World

14. A lightweight Windows Media Player

Windows 7's Windows Media Player now pops up in a streamlined version that doesn't overwhelm you with features or hog your entire display.

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