Cannot play any video (even youtube vids) on my HP TouchSmart 520 with Windows 8 in Metro Mode.

HP TouchSmart 520 PC
Windows 8
Just upgraded from Windows 7 to Windows 8.
Upgrade was uneventful.. went very smoothly.
Problem is now I cannot play any videos in the new Metro Mode (I tried using various apps... Video, youtube player, etc).. not even youtube videos.
However, when I select Desktop mode.. everything still works fine.
Any idea what is wrong ?

Hello WongKO:
Welcome to HP's forum. I do not know much about Windows 8. Reading this fact sheet it says that you need to purchase the media software and upgrade to Windows 8 pro. This fact sheet should guide you. http://www.windowsupgradeoffer.com/en-US/Home/Faq? Windows 8 system requirements section.Will DVD playback work after upgrading to Windows 8? This one is in general section. Will installation media be available for purchase? Back to Windows 8 requirements. Is Windows Media Center included in the upgrade to Windows 8 Pro? Least you are able to watch videos in other mode until you figure out what is best. Good luck frrw. Ounce you have figured out the software purchases you should post it to help others out. My computer is to old for upgrade. No drivers were made for it.

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