Cannot Convert protected WMA files

I'm new to iTunes. I have lots of songs I previously downloaded from Dell's MusicMatch. When I attempt to import them I get the error that they are proected WMA files and iTunes cannot convert them. How do I unprotect the files so I can import them? Thanks in advance for any help anyone can provide.

Yes, you can change it in iTunes prefs.
Also, how do you suggest is the best way to bring songs over - I know if they are protected I need to burn them to a CD but can you drag, etc?
Once you burn them to an audio CD, import it as normal.
You'll probably have to edit the ID3 tags with all the info.

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