Saving in mp3 format
 

When I save my songs to my shared folder, they save as an MPEG instead of mp3 format, which I need. Can anyone help? Thanks in advance!

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Are you downloading files with a .mp3 extension? File extensions shouldn't change! If you're sure you've downloaded .mp3 files then I'd suggest a virus scan. Update your AV & do a scan, or try this free AV...it's pretty good & has found viruses that others miss.
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yes, but when I look in my shared folder, they show up as MPEG...

You're too quick & missed my edit:D
Try doing a virus scan...check my first post again!

Do the files play?

I am extremely new to this site, and a not familiar with this process yet I guess. Sorry for the dumb questions, and thank you for your help.
When i "download" and it goes to my library, it automatically saves to a
"shared" file on my computer. Should I leave it there or save it somewhere else?
I am using a Photoshow program that requires the mp3 format to upload ans use with my photoshows, but when I am searching for the songs I just downloaded, they don't show up anywhere...

Oops Sorry! I am running the scan now to see if it helps. Am I doing things right otherwise?

I use the default location for saving, some other people change their location. For me, the default is fine.

I don't know anything about Photoshow, but if you're file extensions are changing after download it sounds fishy to me:p Are you scanning with your regular AV or with AVG? If you're using your regular AV & it doesn't find anything, use AVG as well. It's free, safe & if you don't want to keep it after you've scanned then just remove it.

There are heaps of infected files on the network & you really have to be careful with what you download. Check that files don't say "name of song.mp3.exe"...that's a trap. Or .wma.exe. Check your file sizes too...if a song's 3 minutes long & has a file size of, say, 228 KB then you know it's a nasty! Make sure you're using a good AV program, keep it updated & scan all files that you've downloaded before opening them.

Have a read of this thread, there's some useful info.
WARNING: Viruses on the network you should be aware of

Your questions are fine:) Don't be afraid to ask! Also check out the stickies (in red) in the different forum sections, they have heaps of useful info & tips.

Do the files play when they're in MPEG format?