I've got hundreds of CD's stored on my iPod. Ripping them took a huge amount of time. Ripping an LP will take even longer as it must be done in real time. I could buy a new cartridge, put it in my 1970's turntable, wire it into my old stereo integrated amp, run cables from the Tape out to the sound card inputs -- or I could just buy the new USB turntable.

I may just look for a used one on craigslist, since I will probably sell it there after I rip all the albums I want.

THANKS for the tip on Audacity - it's probably better than some of the software that's bundled with turntables. I appreciate your help, and still welcome any recommendations all you friendly techie types can offer.