transferring ipod songs to my computer.....?

Question

what's the best program to get to put songs from ipod (that you get from other people) onto my computer?

Answer 1

Transferring iTunes Music:
>>> MAKE SURE that your iTunes is set to [MANUALLY MANAGE MUSIC] <<<

Method #1:
Download iDump or any other similar software from download.com (for free).

Method #2:
[This method does not require third party software or an internet connection. This method will transfer ALL songs, photos and videos from iPod to computer; use Method #1 to transfer specific songs. Playlists will not transfer.]

> Connect iPod to computer.
> [Start]
> [My Computer]
> Double click [iPod drive]
> [Tools]
> [Folder Options]
> [View]
> Select [Show Hidden Files & Folders] and click [OK]
> Right click [iPod Control] folder.
> Select [Properties]
> Un-select [Hidden] and click [OK]
> Select [Apply Changes To This Folder, Subfolder And Files] and click [OK]
> Open [iPod Control] folder.
> Open [Music] folder.
> You will notice folders labeled F00, F01, F02, F03, F04, etc.
> Place iTunes side by side w/ this window. Make sure that [Music Library] is displayed.
> In iTunes select [Edit> Preferences> Advanced] and put a check next to:
- [Keep iTunes Music Folder Organized] &
- [Copy Files To iTunes Music Folder When Adding To Library]
> Click [OK]
> Drag and drop all of the [F] folders into the iTunes [Music Library]
> Done.

Answer 2

well i don't know of a program but i do know how to get the songs off the ipod the only problem is is that you will have to put them all back on afterward
1)plug in ipod
2)open the ipod from my computer
3)go to folder options and make it so you can see all hidden files
4)go into music and drag all that onto your desktop or into a folder i know it has weird names
5)put into itunes and the song titles etc will change back

Answer 3

You don't need to download or buy anything. Just go here:

http://deadpoetscave.com/2006/12/copying-music-from-an-ipod-to-a-computer-pc-windows

It tells you exactly how to do it. It's pretty easy! Good luck =D

Answer 4

i opt to propose iPod to iPod/workstation/iTunes circulate that could circulate music, video, playlist, pictures from workstation to iPod, iPod to workstation, iPod to iPod without dropping something. desire it facilitates!