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:''See also: '''[[XBMC all platforms FAQ]]''' and '''[[XBMC]]'''''
:''See also: '''[[XBMC all platforms FAQ]]''' and '''[[XBMC]]'''''
This is the introduction to XBMC Frequently Asked Questions.
This is the introduction to XBMC Frequently Asked Questions.
==What is XBMC?==
==What is XBMC?==
{{main|XBMC}}
{{main|XBMC}}
XBMC (formerly "Xbox Media Center") is a free, [http://www.gnu.org/copyleft/gpl.html open source (GPL)] multimedia player that originally ran on the first-generation [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xbox Microsoft Xbox], (not the newer Xbox 360), and now runs on computers running '''Linux, Mac OS X, Windows, and iOS'''.
:XBMC (formerly "Xbox Media Center") is a free, [http://www.gnu.org/copyleft/gpl.html open source (GPL)] multimedia player that originally ran on the first-generation [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xbox Microsoft Xbox], (not the newer Xbox 360), and now runs on computers running '''Linux, Mac OS X, Windows, and iOS'''.


==What can XBMC do?==
==What can XBMC do?==
{{#lsth:XBMC|Overview of features}}
{{#lsth:XBMC|Overview of features}}


==Where can I suggest/request a new feature or function to be implemented into XBMC?==
==Who makes XBMC?==
You can log a NEW feature/function request in our [http://trac.xbmc.org RFE Request Feature Tracking System], (we recommend you [http://forum.xbmc.org/register.php register] and login on our [http://trac.xbmc.org Trac] tracking-system, if you are already registered on on the [http://forum.xbmc.org XBMC Community Forum] then know it is the same login so no need to re-register). Just make sure that you first remember to search for existing "Feature Requests" before logging a new request! You should take note that we guesstimate that 99% of all ''new'' requests XBMC users post have already been requested before so it is imperative that you search thoroughly! You may also post a copy of your suggestion in the feature-suggestion section of our community-forums if you want it open for discussion, however, again you must search there too before you can post, (we do not enjoy reorganising duplicate posts). Please respect that your request only counts as a suggestion, there' s no guarantee that it will implemented soon or ever. Known that almost all users think their own ideas is the most important, and a very common comment is: "''if you only add these features then XBMC will be perfect for me''". Note! Only one feature per [http://trac.xbmc.org RFE Request] and Forum Thread is allowed (for easier manageability).


==When will ''this'' and ''that'' feature or function be supported by XBMC?==
==What hardware does XBMC run on?==
XBMC development is driven by the tasks that are important to the individual developers, none of whom are paid for what they do on the project. If there is a feature that is important to you, the best way to get it implemented is to undertake the task yourself, otherwise you have no rights to demand new ''things'' to be implemented and get no guarantees that some specific ''thing'' will be prioritized before something else. You may however suggest/request for ''things'' and if you ask nicely. Please respect that your request only counts as a suggestion, there' s no guarantee that it will implemented soon or ever. Known that almost all users think their own ideas is the most important, and a very common selfish comments are: "''if you only add these features then XBMC will be perfect for me''" and "''I think you should prioritize my idea over anything else''". If you make a good argument and present it in a smart way then developer might then like your idea and implement the ''thing'' you asked for.


Meanwhile, we recommend that you read this article on [http://www.catb.org/%7Eesr/faqs/smart-questions.html How To Ask Questions The Smart Way]. Arrogant and 'pushy' people will most likely just be ignored (or even banned if they step over the line which we consider to be acceptable).
==Can I use XBMC on a DLNA/Smart TV?==
 
:No.
If you are thinking of contributing code to the project, please see "[[Appendix D: Development Notes]]".
 
==Can I update the audio/video codecs in XBMC myself?==
No. XBMC relies on a built-in open source codec suit called [http://www.ffmpeg.org FFmpeg]. XBMC codecs get updated on a regular basis by the developers of Team-XBMC when FFmpeg programmers add support for newer or updated codecs and file containers. Please see [[Codec and Format requests]] for more information.
 
==Where can I request/suggest a new codec-decoder or file-format to be implemented into XBMC?==
The answer (and explanation) to this question is so long that we had to put it in separate page, see; [[Codec and Format requests]].
 
==When will ''this'' and ''that'' codec-decoder or file-format be added and supported by XBMC?==
The answer (and explanation) to this question is so long that we had to put it in separate page, see; [[Codec and Format requests]].


==How can I help and/or donate?==


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See also: XBMC all platforms FAQ and XBMC

This is the introduction to XBMC Frequently Asked Questions.

What is XBMC?

Main page: XBMC
XBMC (formerly "Xbox Media Center") is a free, open source (GPL) multimedia player that originally ran on the first-generation Microsoft Xbox, (not the newer Xbox 360), and now runs on computers running Linux, Mac OS X, Windows, and iOS.

What can XBMC do?

Main page: Features and supported formats

Kodi can be used to play almost all popular audio and video formats around. It was designed for network playback, so you can stream your multimedia from anywhere in the house or directly from the internet using practically any protocol available. Use your media as-is: Kodi can play CDs and DVDs directly from the disk or image file, almost all popular archive formats from your hard drive. Kodi will scan all of your media and create a personalized library complete with boxcovers, descriptions, and fanart. There are playlist and slideshow functions, a weather forecast feature and many audio visualizations. Once installed, your computer will become a fully functional multimedia jukebox.


Who makes XBMC?

What hardware does XBMC run on?

Can I use XBMC on a DLNA/Smart TV?

No.

How can I help and/or donate?

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