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"Very simple and gets the job done"
Version: FreeRip 4.1.1
Pros
If you know anything at all about ripping CDs, you will not need to read the instructions. This one is highly intuitive, and pretty customizable.
Cons
Free version does not take advantage of multiple-core CPUs. When installing, makes you click the "Decline" button instead of unchecking a box, to prevent toolbar installation and changed browser settings. I consider both to be very small trade-off for a decent free program.
Summary
I've been using this program for years, and I've always liked it. So much so that when I updated recently, I chose to do the TrialPay offer (VistaPrint, which I also recommend) and got the full-fledged version, which is GREAT.
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"Bloatware."
Version: FreeRip 4.1.1
Pros
Actual ripping program is good. Fast and intuitive to use.
Cons
Be prepared to change your default search settings after installing. FreeRIP resets default settings to Yahoo. Really disgusting, devious practice by the makers of this program. If I wanted a ***** search engine, I'd choose Yahoo on my own.
Summary
Find a program that isn't chock full of bloatware.
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"Does the job efficiently, with lots of options"
Version: FreeRip 4.1.1
Pros
Easy navigation, most common choices right in front of you.
Cons
Can't think of any.
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"Simple to use; no issues with installs"
Version: FreeRip 4.1.1
Pros
Interface seems simple
Allows conversion from loss-less formatsCons
During the install process, it will ask you if you'd like to install the toolbar and change your home-page. This seems to confuse many users as there is no 'opt-out' option. However, simply clicking decline will refuse the offer and still install the FreeRip software.
Summary
Simple to use and lightweight software makes it the best thing I've found so far for converting from FLAC to mp3 for my portable devices. It's a shame it doesn't support M4A; as then it would be a lossless converter. The quality isn't great for me; however, most people shouldn't have any issues with quality as their original file is likely not sampled above 44.1kHz (CD Quality)
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