MP3: The Definitive Guide
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Book Overview
MP3, standing for MPEG-1, Layer 3, is a codec for compressing the size of audio files for digital distribution. Much more than a definition, MP3 is nothing less than a cultural and economic revolution... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1565926617
ISBN13:9781565926615
Release Date:March 2000
Publisher:O'Reilly Media
Length:398 Pages
Weight:1.45 lbs.
Dimensions:0.9" x 7.0" x 9.2"
Related Subjects
Acoustics & Sound Arts, Music & Photography Audio & Video Editing Computer Science Computers Computers & Technology Digital Media Management Electrical & Electronics Engineering MIDI, Mixers, etc. MP3 & Music Management Music Networking Networks, Protocols & APIs PCs Physics Theory, Composition & Performance Web Design Web Development & DesignCustomer Reviews
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Great Book -- Technical and Readable
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
For the price -- high technical density and readability.The reference section was also very good.I used the book as a general overview of mp3 issues for testing an mp3 player. I've got five other books on mp3 and the specs -- this is the first reference I pick up.
Highly recommended, definitive, "user friendly" guide.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
This definitive guide goes into much more technical computer detail than more casual coverages for lay readers, introducing users to all aspects of the technology and covering the basics of how to use, optimize and maintain MP3 files using both commercial and Open Source methods for four basic operating system platforms. A highly recommended pick for musicians and computer users alike, this tells how to get the most out of equipment and MP3 music formats. Highly recommended.
The MP3 World
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
The book had useful and helpful in depth chapters that describe all aspects of the MP3 experience from distributing, streaming, broadcasting, converting and playing to archiving your collection.The author also fills readers in on the complex legal issues surrounding MP3 files. Everything you need to know to enjoy MP3 today and tomorrow is contained in this single volume.
Best MP3 & Internet Audio Book...
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
Best MP3 & Internet Audio Book...
The author is informed, and writes clearly.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
This is the only mp3 book I've read. The reason I decided to buy it was that it was from O'Reilly & I've read Scot Hacker's other book (The Be Bible) and he describes subjects clearly.The book covers Windows, Linux and Be (I run all three). It even has MacOS mp3 coverage.The topic of legal issues surrounding mp3 is also brought up. Hacker was very smart to put this in because everyone, who uses mp3's, should know about what's going on with our law system.This book is worth your time reading, not just for how to play mp3's on your OS of choice but also to be informed about a serious legal question.
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