Indeed, but sometimes its good to try something new.
I have used computers for 10 years now but in that time I have learned a lot.
Trust me when I say that windows media player really isnt that great, you might have used it for a long time but maybe thats because you never tried anything new, or are afraid to try something new when an application seems so familiar.
I say the same thing to people who have used internet explorer forever, sure you use it because its what you are used to but there are far better web browsers out there that can do the same thing.
Honestly I dont blame people for staying with Microsoft software but honestly its not the best out there when you look at it.
Windows media player seems nice, shiny and able to do everything, but in reality its limited compared to some of the other programs you can use.
same thing with IE
same thing with outlook
paint and a good percentage of microsofts software.
Fir me the only things keeping Microsoft on high is:
Office
Gaming
General familiarity
pre-Installation on most major PC's
Its money
and overall compatibility with hardware via installer executables.
But to be honest Microsofts main line of software sucks if you look at it the right way, just because its "standard" doesnt mean its good.