Hey I have to convert some files for them to play on all the computers and I want to know whats a good, solid, recommended program for either Windows or Linux to do this? Thanks
I use Exact Audio Copy (EAC) and dbPowerAmp!, both covert between loads of different file types and take great pains to ensure accurate copying. Since I don't use Linux, though, I can't comment on that side. . .
http://www.erightsoft.com/SUPER.html Horrible site design aside, I find that program to be pretty good. It handles audio, video and images and most importantly, it's free.
I use MediaCoder for transfers to my devices, it's free and decent. It's not too easy to use though (IMO).
For GNU/Linux, SoundConverter does the job pretty well. In your favourite repository or http://soundconverter.berlios.de.
+1 to this. MediaCoder is an awesome program for video and audio, and there is a special version for audio enthusiasts too.