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What do you think is the best way to download legal music. I see a bunch of sites saying its one cent per song or something really cheap, but i dont know if its legal. Itunes is the probably the easiest answer, but in my opinion i think 1 dollar per song is a little much. So if you know of a good way to get cheap legal music that would be very helpful. Thanks.

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Short answer: the difference that confuses most people is whether a site is selling you a permanent file you own, or only the right to listen while you keep paying. saw tracks marked for purchase during a trial — that usually means the site treats those files as per‑track purchases (permanent only if you actually buy them), while some services only permit playback/downloads while a subscription is active. ’s suggestion to buy a CD is still a valid route if the goal is long‑term ownership.

Key things to check before you pay:

  • Read the service’s FAQ/terms for the difference between “purchase,” “download,” and “offline” — these words are used differently by different services.
  • Look at file format and DRM: DRM‑protected downloads often stop playing if the subscription ends; DRM‑free files (MP3, AAC without DRM) are portable. For background on DRM, see EFF – DRM and Digital rights management (Wikipedia).
  • If you want permanent, buy DRM‑free tracks or buy the CD and rip it yourself at the bitrate you prefer (keep original receipts and don’t redistribute).
  • Use trials only to confirm features (device transfer, offline play, permanent ownership) and check cancellation rules before the trial ends.

Practical checks while signed in:

  • Try to find a “purchased music” section or a license statement in account settings.
  • Verify what happens after you cancel (do those files still play?).
  • Avoid sites with prices or claims that look too good to be true; check for labels showing the distributor/label licensing the store.

Being deliberate about the wording in the store’s help pages will save surprises. If permanent files matter, prioritize DRM‑free sellers or physical media.

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Truthfully, IMO, I think buying the CD itself is better then iTunes. Then again, if ya don't want the entire album...

For most reputable, you're right, iTunes is always good to go with.

I don't trust those "one cent per song" either, as ya said.

You might want to try out Yahoo (I think it's yahoo), or the new Napster, where ya pay like $20 a month for an unlimited songs.

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Yeah i was looking at getting napster. Its 15 a month for unlimited downloads, which is really good so ill prob get that. Thanks

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Haha no problem.

Good luck with it. :)

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Ok so i got the free trial of napster to go. I go to search for a song and they have it, but it says i have to buy it for 99 cents. I thought for 15 dollars you could download as many songs as you want into your library. Is there something im doing wrong, or you you have to pay 15 a month to be able to download unlimited songs for 99 cents which would be ridiculous. Or is it just because im in a trial. It lets me download only a few songs for free, so are you only able to download certain songs for free, or what.

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Hmm...that's a good question. And seeing I don't know the answer...we'll wait for somebody else to post ;)

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