Windows XP Digital Music For Dummies
Chapter One
Are You XPerienced?
In This Chapter
* Understanding what makes digital sound different from analog sound
* Exploring the hardware that makes the noise
* Using software to organize and play your digital music files
* Making sure that you get and listen to your music legally
Whether you've spent years assembling a music collection or are just
now buying your first albums, music must mean something to you.
And now you have this Windows XP machine to open up new possibilities for
storing and listening to your tunes. The potential for using your computer for
music is virtually limitless - how do you want to make your music better?
In short, the answer depends on several things. Windows XP is a great environment
in which to organize your music collection. First, though, you have
to understand what you're dealing with. Two files may sound the same
coming out of your speakers, but their inner workings could make all the difference
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