[Dev-C++] Media Control Interface

[Jason B. <red...@ya...>]

My copy of the Win32 Help file is missing the
implementation specs for the Media Control Interface. 
I do have some examples, but it would help to have a
good solid example and, if possible, a pointer to some
downloadable specs (I do not have my own internet
connection, so MSDN is out of the question).  

Mostly I am concerned about high level audio, but any
good pointers to low level audio help resources would
be appreciated as well.  

I also wanted to know how to play other audio formats
like MP3, AU, or even WMA using MCI.  I would prefer
not to use DirectX, but if this is the only option for
such audio playback, I need a good download link for
the SDK.  Although I would prefer a more often used
alternative open source library.  

Thank you.