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Open Source Software: aTunes. Jason Main ITec 400 4/10/08. What is aTunes?. aTunes is an open-Source digital media player Developed in Java under GNU GPL Available for Windows, Mac, Linux and Solaris; requires Java SE 6 Current version: 1.8.2, released 2/23/08. aTunes Features.
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Open Source Software: aTunes Jason Main ITec 400 4/10/08
What is aTunes? • aTunes is an open-Source digital media player • Developed in Java under GNU GPL • Available for Windows, Mac, Linux and Solaris; requires Java SE 6 • Current version: 1.8.2, released 2/23/08
aTunes Features • Supports several audio formats (mp3, mp4, wav, flac) • Supports streaming audio and podcasts • Ability to import from CD or portable file system
aTunes Features • Compatible with some portable digital media players, but not iPods • Tags supported for most file formats • File organization via playlists
aTunes Interface • Clean looking, easy to use GUI • Components can be arranged to suit users’ tastes • Customizable color schemes available
aTunes Evaluation • Tested on Windows based system without crashing or poor performance • Easy to use, offers features essential to digital media players • Lack of iPod support disappointing • Some bugs, but not major detriment to use