Legal Music, Movies and Games Online
Avoid the pitfalls of illegal file sharing by using one of the many legal resources for enjoying music or movies online.
| Service | Description | Media |
|---|---|---|
| AudioLunchbox | DRM-free MP3 downloads from independent record labels | Music |
| Amazon | Offers digital purchases of individual songs as DRM-free MP3s. In addition, offers downloads of movies, TV shows, and games. | Music, Movies, Games |
| eMusic | Subscriptions cover a certain amount of downloads per month, and the music is presented in MP3 format which can be transferred to any portable music player. | Music |
| GameFly | Video game rentals delivered to your door. | Games |
| Insound | Sells MP3 music; also sells vinyl records, etc. | Music |
| iTunes | Provides individual track and album downloads, as well as films, television shows, and podcasts. Requires client download, content contains DRM. | Music, Movies |
| Live365 | Internet radio, with listings of stations by genre | Music |
| NetFlix | Subscribe to rent movies & TV episodes either by mail or streamed from to your TV via a NetFlix ready device or online on your PC or Mac. | Movies |
| Pandora | Internet radio, using a type music analysis they call The Music Genome Project to tailor a music station to fit your needs. | Music |
| Rhapsody | A subscription service allows you to listen to music online Downloads are also available on individual songs. | Music |
| ShoutCast | Internet radio with listings of stations by genre. | Music |
Note: This list of legal file sharing sites is not exhaustive, and these sites are not endorsed by the University of Utah.
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