Multi devices- use one iTunes account

I have a macbook, ipad and 2 iphones,  can I use the same itunes account or all devices?

Hi Daz,
Welcome to the Support Communities!
The article below may be able to help you with this.
It sounds like your wife and daughter may need to create an iCloud account to for their own contacts, calendars, notes, etc.
Click on the link to see more details and screenshots. 
Using your Apple ID for Apple services
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4895
Cheers!
- Judy

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