One apple-id for the whole family?

We're a family of 4, we've 4 pcs/notebooks, 4 iPhones and soon 2 iPads.
Which is the best way to handle 4 iTunes and all the devices with one apple-id?
Shall I activate only the 4 itunes and can we share all the music and apps?
thx

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Hi Mdbarnharts,
Thanks for visiting Apple Support Communities.
It sounds like your family members are using the same Apple ID to share purchases, and now you're receiving messages sent and received by your kids.
You can set up and manage Apple IDs for your children through the Family Sharing feature.
You can find more information about Family Sharing and setting up an Apple ID for your kids at these resources:
Start or join a family group using Family Sharing - Apple Support
Family Sharing and Apple IDs for kids - Apple Support
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Music Home Sharing
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Notes
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FaceTime
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