Chapter 2. iTunes Store Basics

A great way to build your iTunes library is to obtain content from the iTunes Store. You can find, preview, and purchase songs, albums, videos, television episodes, podcasts, audio books, games, even online classes. You can even purchase some exclusive songs that are available only through the iTunes Store. In addition to the items available for purchase, the iTunes Store also offers some content free of charge — for example, the Store offers a free music single each week, as well as free podcasts and the occasional free television show.

To purchase content from the iTunes Store, you must have an Apple account or an AOL account, as well as a special iTunes Store account. You can pay for purchases you make at the iTunes ...

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