Apple remote always controls itunes / frontrow

I just installed Snow Leopard and came to the conclusion that the 'Apple Remote' always controls itunes/frontrow/audio +/-. This is really annoying since I want to control thirdparty software like Plex Media center.
Is there a way to disable the remote for itunes and the audio? I already uninstalled frontrow, but that didn't help.

In order to control third-party software, you need third-party software! Check out Remote Buddy. This program allows you to configure your Apple Remote to work with other applications. Download the trial and see if it works for you. (Note: I haven't used this application, I just happen to know it exists.)

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