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Open source Sockso streams your tunes anywhere via the web
Sockso makes the process about as simple as it can get. Download and extract the zip file, open the necessary port on your router (assuming you have one), scan your collection, and you're ready to rock - anywhere!
Apart from being wonderfully simple to get running, Sockso is also cross-platform and open source. The web-based GUI is totally skinnable and the built-in player supports MP3, WMA, OGG, and FLAC files. Users can also generate .M3U and .PLS files on-the-fly for playback on their favorite audio app.
You can also set up user accounts and give your friends access, and Sockso also supports SSL connections should you want a little added security. Apart from listening to your tunes, they'll also be able to download and upload tracks (provided you enable the option to do so). The server also maintains playback statistics and detailed logs so you can keep tabs on popular tracks and see who's listening to what.
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gtd said 11:58AM on 4-13-2009
Funny, I just spent a few hours last Friday trying to figure out an alturnative to MP3Tunes, which I LOVE but the free "unlimited" trial is no longer..
Found SubSonic, another free open-source application. Had it up and running in about 30 minutes, and was easy enough for a novice like me to set up. Very happy with it, but may give this a try as well.
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vinkap said 12:19PM on 4-13-2009
How does it compare with Simplify Media which has an iPhone client as well for streaming on the go?
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Brad said 4:52PM on 4-13-2009
I have been using Subsonic to do this for a couple years now. It is very easy to use and has a built in music player.
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