Download iTunes Repair Tool for Vista 1.0

Apple has indicated that the current version of iTunes does not always work well under Windows Vista. It therefore recommends waiting for the release of the next version of iTunes, which is expected within a few weeks. One of the problems is that files purchased from the iTunes Store cannot be played. Apple has now released a small program specifically for this problem. It adjusts the permissions of some important system files for iTunes so that the songs can still be played. More information about iTunes in combination with Windows Vista can be found in this support article are being found. Here’s an excerpt from the iTunes Repair Tool release notes:

Some currently known compatibility issues with iTunes include:

• iTunes Store purchases may not play when upgrading to Windows Vista from Windows 2000 or XP.
• iPod models with the “Enable Disk Use” option turned off may be unable to update or restore iPod software, and make changes to iPod settings.
• iPod models configured to Auto Sync and have the “Enable Disk Use” option turned off may require being ejected and reconnected to resync.
• Ejecting an iPod from the Windows System Tray using the “Safely Remove Hardware” feature may corrupt your iPod. To always safely eject an iPod, choose Eject iPod from the Controls menu within iTunes.
• Cover Flow animation may be slower than expected.
• Contacts and calendars will not sync with iPod.

About iTunes Repair Tool for Vista 1.0

The iTunes Repair Tool for Vista 1.0 will repair permissions for important files required by iTunes to play your iTunes Store purchases.[break]