The Skinny

PROGRAMUSABILITYINTERFACECOMMENTS
GripGoodFairGrip is easy to use for ripping CDs. The series of tabs that the interface is arranged into is a little clumsy but not too hard to navigate through. The program could use some redesign in its configuration options, to make them friendlier for new users. Grip does the job efficiently.
RhythmboxGreatGreatSimple layout and function make this the uncluttered choice for practical users who just want to listen to music, not stare at prettiness. The program is a little younger than other Linux audio players and is still working out a few bugs.
NoatunFairGoodThis program works well but feels weird. The skins look cool sitting on your desktop but aren't easy to use when you are in a hurry. The options ...

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