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"Apple Computer is warning users of older iTunes software versions that it plans to stop allowing those versions to connect to its music store."



Apple has in the past used various incentives to move users to new versions in an effort to thwart add-on programs that allow music sharing via iTunes. The iTunes program is designed to allow users to listen to, but not download, music stored on closely networked computers. However, there are a growing number of programs that exploit the music-streaming feature and allow the files to be downloaded.



[Via CNet]



The MethodShop Spin: Not only is Apple getting stricter on those who procrastinate there software upgrades, but they also mention there dislike of RealNetworks' music service and the files compatibility that are purchased through Real' Harmony Technology and used with the current/future iPods.