Archived from ListenSmart.com, November 26, 2003. Historical; not current advice. Software, prices and links are as they were then.
Source: Wayback Machine capture.
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Computer Requirements
- Click on an operating system to find out what exactly you'll need in order to be able to listen to digital music.
Portables
- The portable MP3 player is the newest craze among music fans, overtaking the "Walkman" as the hottest portable audio device on the block. These devices allow you to download MP3 files from your computer and then play them back while you're on the go! Smaller than a deck of playing cards and lighter than your wallet, portable MP3 players give you convenience and versatility.
- Issues
Handheld/PDA's
Home Stereo
Car Stereo
- Once you're heavily into MP3s, you'll want to be able to play your downloads wherever you go. You'll be glad to hear that several companies are currently designing MP3 players for cars. Click here for more information on some products that are currently on the market.
Storage
- Not enough room on your hard drive? Try one of these storage alternatives.
Speakers
- Speakers are the devices that convert electrical impulses into sound waves. The quality of your speaker system will dictate how realistic the music sounds during playback. Click here for our speaker recommendations.
Home-Built
- If you already have a good component stereo system, you may want to connect it to your PC so that you can play your MP3 tracks in style. If your hi-fi system has a receiver (or separate amplifier) with a graphical equalizer, you can improve the sound quality of just about any song. Click here to find out how.