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Why won't Apple iTunes launch?

Apple admits that iTunes doesn't always open and its website has dedicated pages with various computer configurations to help users solve the problem

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Windows Explorer makes light work of copying music to a phone

Mr Rich found an easier way of transferring his music than Windows Media Player

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How do I store musician and other information about music files?

When creating digital music files such as MP3s from CDs there are various ways to make sure the metadata is included

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Add markers to your music projects

When using Audacity to edit a big project, the software's ability to divide the track with markers can make all the difference to knowing where you are

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How can I listen to OGG files?

Alan Robertson wanted to play OGG files he found on the internet but Windows Media Player wouldn't let him. There's a little wizard that will solve the problem

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Synchronise music with your phone using the Ovi Suite

Most phones can work as capable music players, here's how to copy music onto them

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Rip and save music in high-quality formats to listen to on your PC

How to keep the sound quality high using a lossless format

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Listen to music on the internet

You can now listen to music online free of charge without breaking the law, and some paid-for services are also worth the cash – we explain all

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How do I make my own CD labels?

Create your own CD and DVD labels using Acoustica's CD/DVD maker

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How do I burn music CDs with Apple iTunes to play in my car?

You can back up your iTunes library to CD, but that disc won't play in your car

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Free versus paid: Music software

Listen to as much music as you like online, free

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Use separate libraries and smart playlists in Apple iTunes

Discover some of the less obvious but handy tools in Apple’s music player

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