Odd add'l file names in ripped iTunes folders (like "._01 songname.mp3")

Lately when I rip from my iMac into a shared iTunes library from which I also sync Windows computers, I see files like "._01 songname.mp3" in addition to "songname.mp3". These odd files are very small. I also rip on my Windows PC -- these don't seem to create those files. Then, I've been copying them to SD cards to copy to the HD in my new car stereo and then end up there, but are not playable. What are they? Do I need them at all? Can I delete them on my file server? (I know I can delete them on my SD card and car HD.) But, what are they and can I delete them all over?
Thanks for any ideas.
-Bruce
PS: I've seen files before called "albumart" something when I've ripped a CD and there was no artwork for it in the iTunes store and I copy something from say the Amazon store.

Matt,
When you burn the MP3 CD with iTunes, it names each file on the CD as "number title," independent of what the original file name was. The number corresponds to its position in the playlist from which you are burning. (It does not modify the filename on your hard drive.)
I believe that will accomplish the sequencing you are looking for. Give it a try and let us know.
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