How do I split an iTunes account/library into two?

Hi.  I have a single Apple ID and iTunes library that I share with my son. 
We would like to split the library up so that he has his own account and library on his laptop and I retain my own stuff on my PC.  We don't need to share any of the stuff in the library - he likes his stuff and I like mine - so all I need to know is how to divide it up and to move his stuff onto the laptop. 
Can this be done?
If so how?
Thanks in advance for your help.
Stephen

Stephen J Walsh wrote:
Thanks.  Almost none of my stuff was downloaded from the Apple store.  It's mostly cds that I have downloaded and tracks I have bought from Amazon.  Would it be possible to put them into a separate account?
No. An iTunes account is for only iTunes purchases.
You can put them into a separate iTunes library.
The simplest way is to copy the entire /My Music/iTunes/ folder from your computer to /My Music/ on his computer. His library will be identical to yours.
Then each of you can delete what you don't want.
He can use teh iTunes account you have now and change the info in it to his own.
You can create a new iTunes account for yourself if you want one.

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