I would like to back up iTunes
1. I want to back up iTunes on a memory stick. If I make an alias of it would that be the best way to do this?
2. Some songs I have in iTunes have an exclaimation mark next to it and can't play. How can I re-download them again without paying for them again? If that is possible.
Thanks
Does the memory stick have sufficient space for all of your collection?
The easiest way is NOT to use an alias (iTunes doesn't like them). Copy the whole iTunes folder in Home > Music to the other drive.
Your broken links means something has happened so the file listed in iTunes window no longer exists in the location that iTunes thinks it is in. You either moved the file or renamed something you shouldn't have, or the file truly has gone missing. With iTunes 10.3 or greater you can download iTunes purchases again. I don't have the link in front of me right now but browse past posts on missing music and I am sure you'll see it provided.
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