12.11.2. iPod Connectivity
Because of the proprietary nature of the Apple iPod, it can be difficult to use it with a computer with a Linux operating system like Fedora. Unfortunately, Apple has not (and has never announced plans to) release a Linux version of
iTunes
, and
iTunes
is not yet stable through
Wine
(a piece of software that allows many programs designed for Windows to work on Linux). Luckily, there are several high-quality tools available for Linux users to manage media content on the iPod. Among them are
gtkpod
,
YamiPod
, and tools built into media players such as
AmaroK
,
Rhythmbox
, and
Banshee
.
The Fedora Project does not by default offer the ability to interact with the Apple iPod. However, you can use
Gtkpod
can be used to sync music, podcasts, and other content to your iPod.
Gtkpod
is not installed by default from the Live-CD or the DVD. If you do not have access to the Internet, you can use the Fedora DVD to install
Gtkpod
. You can install applications with either using the
PackageKit
application or on the command line by using
Yum
. Refer to
Chapter 17, Managing software
for more information.
Start
Gtkpod
by clicking
Applications > Music and Video > gtkpod
in GNOME or
Kickoff Application Launcher > Applications > Multimedia > iPod Manager
.