Q: I currently use Windows Media Player to play my CDs and MP3 files. Are there any other music players out there that I can use?

A: Audio players are everywhere on the Internet. A lot of popular ones are out there, but there are also some lesser-known ones that were created on a whim by their developers. These applications do not only play music like they used to in the beginning. The majority of music players out there today contain visualizations, allow customization, can burn CDs, and can even balance your checkbook. Most of them also support more audio formats than you even knew existed.

If you’re growing a little weary of Windows Media Player, check out this small assortment of popular alternatives:

• Winamp
• Musicmatch Jukebox
• iTunes
• Sonique

I’m currently using Winamp to listen to my tunes. I love the simple interface, and the feature set is exactly what I want - nothing more, nothing less. Winamp works for me, but you may desire something with a different set of features. Visit the links above to see if you can find an application that makes your ears happy. [Brandon Watts]

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