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

Those trying to buy music using versions other than the current iTunes version 4.6 are prompted with a warning and urged to upgrade to the latest iTunes.

“You are using a version of iTunes that will soon no longer be supported,” the message says. “Upgrade today to take advantage of the latest application features and music store enhancements.”

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Apple has always been protective of its products, first and foremost. That attitude is sometimes hard on its customers, but that has never bothered the Apple Gang [note to self: look up the progress of the copyright infringement case against them].

In fact, Apple has a long history of ‘taking care of number one’. That’s why their current moves aren’t much of a surprise.