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Here are some facts that everyone should know about mp3

1. MP3 is an audio compression file format and by itself is not illegal or legal, but like many technologies it can be implement for both legal and illegal uses. It is similar to zip compression common to most PC users. Zip files can be used to distribute copyrighted materials illegally or for legitimate purposes. Many people use MP3 to distribute unlicensed music, but many use the technology for completely legal applications.

2. MP3 is the standard for high quality music and will soon be on every PC.

   MP3 is an open standard, meaning no one organization controls it. On the Internet, open standards win and this is why even without any significant corporate backing, MP3 is already the de facto standard.There are more MP3 listeners, software programs, and hardware devices than any other CD quality audio format in the world. Microsoft has built MP3 support into Windows98 SP1. Macromedia Shockwave uses MP3. Newest version of RealPlayer will support MP3. Microsoft NetShow also supports MP3.

3. MP3 gives artists and labels freedom to market and sell their music anyway they wish.

   Artists and labels can employ MP3 technology in the best way to suit their individual needs. Give away one song to sell a CD, distribute low quality versions of songs, sell individual songs for digital delivery, prepared an audio commercial to songs, there are limitless possibilities for artists to explore.

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