Should I convert my AAC M4A files to MP3?

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Published on 2010-03-20T13:51:47Z Indexed on 2010/03/20 14:01 UTC
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Due to Apple, I have a large majority of my music files in the AAC M4A format. They do NOT have DRM so I don't have to worry about that. I'm getting tired of Apple products and really want to switch to a different brand player (and something more compatible with Linux).

It appears most MP3 players support...well...MP3 and not AAC.

Should I convert my library to be free of Apple and open to other players?
Is this a lossless conversion? Can it be lossless? If I will lose quality, I'm not interested.
Am I even doing the right thing? AAC is the better format, but I'm not seeing a lot of support for it yet.

I'll be honest and say that I need some education in this department. Any helpful advice is most welcome.

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