How do I set up itunes library for my family

Hi all, am needing some advice if you can help please. My family all have iphones 4 of us. All our music is held in one computer what I am trying to do is connect all the phones one laptop and the library pc so each person can access our music. How do I do this?

See here: How to use multiple iPods, iPads, or iPhones with one computer
B-rock

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