You know what Tex? That is probably a very likely problem that I didn't consider. I figured that the Verizon techs would realize that, but maybe they missed it. But that would explain everything. I'm going to have to go to the mall tomorrow and inquire about that.

Yes, I think iPod is more like a trend, or a tool of design. Of course it's highly compatible with iTunes and other "i" stuff, but there are a lot of plugins for portable devices for each media player. Musicmatch does support quite a bunch of them atleast.

The point with iTunes as opposed to, for instance, WMP, is that iTunes is essentially just a management program; iTunes actually plays its files (even mp3s) with Quicktime. iTunes itself, therefore, is focused on ordering and categorizing your music, as well as being able to play your music without going through too much fuss. This focus has added to the userfriendliness of iTunes.

 

I must admit I am not familiar with Musicmatch and other players, so they might offer this ease as well, without my being aware.

I have to try Musicmatch one of these days.

I've used iTunes for some time, but switched to Musicmatch. MM is good for ordering your music and recording/grabbing Audio CDs. It's a bit too userfriendly for me, but it's still one of the smartest player/categorizer programs.

Too userfriendly? In what way?

Well it has may features, but it still don't let you edit some things. (like Windows )

There are no utilities for it, rare updates, no support-packs. Winamp is better in this I guess. There is nothimg on it's homepage either.

But I still would recommend it.