How to Get Music From iTunes

You've got to hold on to your music.

When Apple launched iTunes in 2003, many consumers and industry watchers were skeptical it would succeed. After all, music buffs had grown accustomed to downloading songs for free, regardless of the legality. By 2008, iTunes had become the top music-downloading service in the United States. In February 2010, 10 billion downloads were in the books. Aside from the huge range of offerings, a big reason for the success of iTunes is its ease of use.

Things You'll Need

• iTunes
• Credit card

Instructions

iTunes store

1. Open the iTunes software program. Click on the iTunes Store tab.

2. Type the name of an artist you like into the search field. Click on the artist's name in the results under songs. Choose a song to download.

3. Download by simply clicking on the buy button. You will be prompted for your credit card information and the download will begin. The music will appear in your iTunes library.

Tips & Warnings

• If the song you want to purchase is not listed as DRM free, you can always chose to "search for other versions," which may be offered without DRM. You can also choose to look at other retailers, such as Amazon, that offer music without DRM, to see if they have what you're looking for.

References

• Freebase
• PC World: DRM-free ITunes- What It Means for You
• Wired: Death of DRM Could Weaken iTunes, Boost iPod Read More http://www.wired.com/entertainment/music/news/2008/01/rip_drm#ixzz0uogWTJvY
• Apple: iTunes Plus Frequently Asked Questions
• Boing Boing: Apple dropping DRM from music in iTunes, keeping DRM for audiobooks, video

Resources

• Hear Your Music Anywhere