Legal Sources for Music

Media industries have stepped up their efforts to eliminate illegal file sharing on the Internet, and they are targeting campus networks in particular. Please be aware of the risks involved in illegal file sharing and take steps to ensure that you are using your network access legally and appropriately. Those using anonymous file-sharing programs such as Morpheus and Bit-Torrent are particularly at risk.

If you live in the residence halls or use the University network, you should be aware of the University's responsibility and policy on Copyright Violations.

So if you are looking for a faster, safer and easier to use alternative to P2P, or are tired of all the spyware and adware you get with the P2P software, try one of these legal music and video options.

iTunes

Apple's iTunes is another music alternative. The iTunes Music Store features more than 1.5 million tracks. Additionally, you can subscribe to podcasts; purchase and download songs or albums with music videos; view movie trailers; and share music with up to five Macs and PCs.