My file associations mysteriously changed!

Somehow or another all of my mp3 file associations reverted to windows media player. I can't seem to find anywhere in ITUNES to change them back! Can anyone assist? Thanks!

hi Blair!
click on "My Computer" and go "tools > folder options ..." click the "file types" tab. scroll down the list to MP3, select it and you can make your desired changes.
love, b

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http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/19449-default-file-type-associations-restore.html
Please note: Since the website is not hosted by Microsoft, the link may change without notice. Microsoft does not guarantee the accuracy of this information.
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