Yes.
There are a number of free alternatives available for Windows such as Sharepod, Ephpod, and Yamipod. However, you will need to use iTunes if you wish to update the iPod firmware.
Yes, I use it for iTunes all the time.
use iTunes.
The Home Sharing feature in iTunes 9 will work with Macs or Windows and between Macs and Windows. Ensure that iTunes is running on all sharing computers and that you are logged into the same iTunes account on each computer.
I will use media converter to convert Windows WMA/WMV files to iTunes supported file formats like MP4, M4P, M4A, MP3.
You don't. Use rhytmbox instead. If you NEED itunes you can install it through wine (see link). It got a bronze rating, so there might be some issues. It may or may not run. See second link for details.
If you have synced your iPod with your iMac, you will still be able to use iTunes on your Windows computer, though if you want to sync your iPod with your Windows computer, you will need to reformat the iPod to work with the Windows platform. This means everything on your iPod will be deleted. You can only use your iPod with one operating system at a time.
To move songs from iTunes to Windows Media Player, first, locate your iTunes music folder, usually found in "C:\Users[Your Username]\Music\iTunes\iTunes Media\Music." Next, open Windows Media Player and use the "Organize" menu to select "Manage Libraries," then "Music." From there, add the iTunes music folder to your library. Once added, the songs will be accessible in Windows Media Player.
I use Daniusoft Media Converter Pro.
Windows 2000 supports FAT16, FAT32, and NTFS partitions.
To use an iPod Shuffle with Windows XP, you need to install iTunes, which includes the necessary drivers for the device. Ensure you download a version of iTunes compatible with Windows XP, such as iTunes 12.1.3, as later versions may not support it. Once installed, iTunes should recognize the iPod Shuffle and allow you to manage music and settings.