Can iTunes on Windows partition use same library as Mac partition?

Now that the Windows partition on my Mac Pro can recognize the Mac formatted drives in my system, can I use the same iTunes library on Windows that I use on Snow Leopard? I tried changing the path in the advanced tab of the preferences window, but that didn't seem to do it. Is this doable? If so, how?
My iTunes library is on an internal non-system drive. Thanks.

Do you understand the difference between the itunes library database and the itunes library content ?
This iLounge article has the best explanation I've seen. No need to read thr whole thing; what I'm directing you to is the paragraph
*iTunes: The Database versus the Content*
http://www.ilounge.com/index.php/articles/comments/moving-your-itunes-library-to -a-new-hard-drive/
You should be able to use the Mac's itunes database file. On a Mac, that file has no windows file extension. Make a backup of it before doing anything else.
On your Mac, rename it to have an ITL file extension.
iTunes Library.itl
That way itunes windows will be able to read it.
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1660
I think if you rename it on the Mac side, to have that itl file extension, the Mac will be smart enough to know how to use it.
When I moved my ITL file from a PC to a Mac, I had to tell Mac to open ITL using itunes.
You might need to use an option-start of itunes after renaming it.

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