ITunes automatically locating new/modified files?

1) I'm having troubles with iTunes when I bring in new MP3 to my hard drive that don't come in via iTunes (e.g. buy them from another source or rip them via another application).
Is there a way for iTunes to automatically locate and import these new MP3 files into my library--without me having to manually go through and "import folder" for each one?
I know that Creative's MediaSource Organizer has a "Media Sniffer" functionality. You tell it to keep an eye on a location on your computer (e.g. specific directort), and it periodically checks that directory for changes. If new MP3's appear, it automatically loads them into your library. Can iTunes do this?
2) Same problem when I modify a file (e.g. move a file from one directory to another on my machine). Is there a way for iTunes to automatically realize that a file in the Library has changed--and make the adjustments accordingly?
I don't want to have to walk through iTunes and delete each existing file...and then re-import them from the new location. Shouldn't iTunes be smarter than this?
I believe Creative Media Organizer also checks if any current library files have been modified (e.g. changed directories), and if so, it automatically adjusts. Can iTunes do this?
Appreciate any help. Thanks.
Greg

Unfortunately, iTunes doesn't have either of these features.
It's been brought up before and all I can do is suggest that you submit your suggestions by filling out the Request Music form (which is used for general iTunes feedback as well).

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