iPod Restore and Format 101

The formatting normally happens automatically when you first connect the iPod to your computer to set it up: If you use your iPod with a Mac, it is formatted for use with a Mac. If you use it with Windows, it receives Windows formatting.

Using iGadget, an iPod Copy, Transfer, and Backup Tool

Apple has designed the iPod and the iTunes to sync only with one computer. This was done to keep people from sharing the music on their iPod with their friends or family without authorization. This restriction is, most likely, designed to appease the piracy-conscious music industry.

Using iPodCopy, an iPod Copy and Backup Tool, on Windows

Each iPod works with just one iTunes library and one computer for syncing; iTunes won't allow copying your iPod library to another computer. Sometimes, however, you need this feature.

Using CopyTrans, an iPod Copy Tool

Each iPod is tied to one iTunes and library and one computer for syncing and iTunes doesn't allow you to copy your iPod library to another computer. Sometimes, however, you need this feature.

iPod Copy, iPod Backup, and iPod Transfer 101

Apple built iTunes to exclude features that would let you copy music from your iPod to another computer. They did this to ease music industry concerns about copyright infringement and unauthorized sharing of music via the iPod.

How To Get the Best Sound Out of Your iPod Cassette Adapter

An iPod cassette adapter is one of the simplest and least expensive ways to play your iPod's music over your car stereo.

Car Makers with Optional iPod Adapters

If you're planning to buy a a new car and love playing your Pod in the car, you may want to consider a built-in iPod car adapter. Rather than using an FM transmitter or a cassette adapter, some car makers offer built-in plugs for the iPod that pipe the music right to the car stereo with great sound and controls built in to the steering wheel or stereo.

Tips for Using iPod Wireless Car Adapters

You've got an iPod, you've got a car, and you want to use them together. You've researched your options and have chosen a wireless FM transmitter for your iPod. Using an iPod car FM adapter is pretty easy - usually it's just plug in your iPod, turn on the adapter, and tune your radio to the right station.

Before You An iPod Car Adapter

There are a multitude of products that will pipe your iPod's music into your car stereo, but they're all have their strengths and weaknesses. When you choose an iPod car adapter, you are choosing between three basic products types: iPod wireless car adapters, built-in jacks, and iPod cassette adapters.

Clickwheel iPod Review

The clickwheel iPod came in two models, a 20GB and 40GB version, with no differences other than the size of the hard drive. Both models came with FireWire connections for fast song transfer and black and white screens.