Let's see... it's vinyl 78s, 45s, LPs, audio cassettes, VHS tapes, Zip disks,CD-Rs, CD-RWs, and now DVDs and perhaps others I've already forgotten.
I've researched several free download management tools and even devised an Excel workbook that might index the whole works using the powerful "search" function.
I'm ready to begin the massive project of cataloging all my images, music, etc. My question is this:
Can anyone suggest or opinionate any image/music management programs (free or commercial) that might deserve my special attention before I take the "plunge?" Any opinions (biased or not) will be appreciated.
Thanks in advance for your time!

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