A unique library for each iPod, but still sharing content

Each member of our household has an iPod, four in total, and their own HP laptop, one running Windows 7 and the others running Vista. Currently I synch all to an iTunes library on my laptop (Windows 7), with everyone sharing the same Apple ID for purchases. I'd prefer that everyone have their own Apple ID and library on their own computer, but don't want to lose the ability to share purchases (music, apps). Can this be done?

Yes. Check out the iTunes Home Sharing Capability: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3819
By using Home Sharing, each computer can have its own iTunes library, but can share or copy content across the home network.

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Family Sharing and Apple IDs for kids - Apple Support
The use family sharing to share apps
http://www.apple.com/ios/ios8/family-sharing/
Family purchases and payments - Apple Support
If underage and not i)S on all devices then you have to create an ID for here under your name and supervise it use:
Create a NEW account using these instructions so yo do not have to use a credit card.
Make sure you follow the instructions. Many do not and if you do not you will not get the None option. You must use an email address that you have not used with Apple before. Make sure you specify a birthdate that results in being at least 13 years old
Creating an iTunes Store, App Store, iBookstore, and Mac App Store account without a credit card
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http://ipadhelp.com/ipad-help-tips-tricks/how-to-get-free-apps-from-the-app-stor e-without-a-credit-card/
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Settings>Messages>Send and Receive
Settings>FaceTime
Settings>GameCenter
and Settings>iCloud if you want her to have separate Contacts Calendar and some other things.
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It would be useful to you if they had a different name, but the computer knows they are different. Create separate sync playlists for each device and go to the Music tab when it is connected and specify which playlist should be used for the sync.

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How do I create two libraries in order to sych with two iPods?

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iTunes: Creating playlists of your favorite songs
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Yes, that's exactly what I'd suggest for the vast majority of users.

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(Win XP SP2 n above) - START/ALL PROGRAMS/ACCESSORIES/Command Prompt
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Hit "ENTER" key
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http://support.apple.com/kb/TS4123?viewlocale=en_US

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