M4P Converter





An M4P converter allows the owner of protected audio files such as those purchased from Apples' iTunes to either remove the DRM protection from the file or convert the file into a variety of other audio formats such as MP3 or WAV. These formats can then be used for creating audio CDs or opened for listening by other media players or devices.

There are mainly two methods used by M4P Converters. The first method is to burn a copy to an audio CD and then rip/encode it. Some M4P Converter software takes an even smarter method which allows user to burn music to a Virtual CD-RW disc and then automatically rip/encode the music stored on the Virtual CD-R. This makes the whole conversion process automatic and faster.

The second method is to use a recording software and sound card.

Legality
The legality of removing DRM protection from purchased music has yet to be fully addressed in several countries. In the United States however, it is unlawful to circumvent such protected works without permission from the copyright owners. Each country's laws are different in the matter of copyright protection and one should check with their respective local laws.
 
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