Converting .ram to IPOD file

How can I convert real audio media files (.ram) into something I can play on my IPOD classic 120g?

suebell wrote:
How can I convert real audio media files (.ram) into something I can play on my IPOD classic 120g?
Unfortunately you cannot. RealMedia (.rm, .ram) is a proprietary format - only works with Real Player.
Steve

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