While news of a MSN Internet access icon emerged last week, Microsoft spokesman Vivek Varma on Wednesday revealed PC makers could also have to place icons for Internet Explorer and Windows Media Player as well as the Recycle Bin. The placement of the Windows Media Player icon could create more controversy for Microsoft as it puts the finishing touches on Windows XP. PC makers on Wednesday reported Microsoft told them the company would likely release final--or gold--code on Aug. 22. Varma emphasized that placing the Windows Media Player icon is not a new development. "OEMs (original equipment makers) have known about this since" Microsoft announced Windows licensing changes, she said.
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