Corel Corporation can frame another diploma in the hallway as its quite popular DVD and video playback software, WinDVD has earned itself BD-Live aka BD Profile 2.0 certification. With this WinDVD can safely say that it supports all the features added by Blu-Ray's 2.0 specs which include access to Internet-connected activities like social networking, multiplayer gaming, online shopping and content download.

"Corel continues to be a leader in supporting the adoption and enjoyment of Blu-ray technologies, and the BD-Live certification of WinDVD is no exception," said Denise MacDonell, Senior Director of Product Management, Digital Media at Corel. "Our WinDVD users will be able to experience the latest online capabilities while watching Blu-ray movies. Whether they are downloading movie trailers from the internet, purchasing movie memorabilia, playing games with multiple players or interacting with friends through the latest social networking sites, our users will benefit from a truly connected movie experience."

The BD-Live-ready WinDVD is already available for OEMs while the retail channel will have to wait until early 2009 to get it.