Soothing the Savage Beast

Received an email asking about what format is best for sound files. eHow has a basic primer that will get you headed in the right direction called How to Decide on a Format in Which to Save Windows Sound Files.

The type of "player" you have installed makes a difference. If you use an iPod then you are very limited concerning format. iPods are "cute" yet the sound quality is average. Apple's history of durability and service with these devices is very low. The Creative Zens are very flexible and can utilize many varieties of format. They are noted for good service too.

Some people like the Real Player software, but their history of spyware usage and the AOL-like clinging on when trying to uninstall still lingers in the back of my mind. Good people report they are much better now and that Rhapsody is a great online music service. Another great application is JetAudio.

Many players and applications exist so do your research. Hope this helps.

"He who sings scares away his woes."
-Cervantes