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Explore the evolution of the music industry starting with a detailed timeline, from analog to digital, the emergence of media players, file formats, and the impact on music consumption. Compare key players, file compatibility, and industry shifts.
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Analogue, Vinyl radio, Digitisation of files for CD. - Michelle
Compatibility with peripherals • The portable mp3 player first appeared in 1998, along the same time as media players, as a result of increase in digitisation. • Media players allows customers to export their purchased music onto external peripherals • Competitive comparison – compatibility with various file formats and ability to convert these formats There are some common files with the key players Difference – the additional ‘bonus file’ formats • Napster is unable to support any file formats from PCs or CDs, only mp3. • Spotify has a limited selection • Windows Media Player & Winamp largest choice • iTunes is only able to transfer music to iPods & iPhones
iTunes • Introduced in 2001, and numerous updated versions since • Default media players for all Mac computers; free to download from Apple’s website • Only cost is in purchasing music from Apple store • A compulsory subsidiary for iPods & iPhones • Able to stream music from others’ playlists using a LAN • Largest library choice through iTunes store • Lack of customisation