Delete all illegal file-sharing software, such as Lime Wire, Bear Share, Frost Wire and Kazaa, from your computer. Additionally, delete any torrent file-sharing software. If you do not know how to delete an application from your computer, refer to your computer's manual or "Help" menu.
Explore alternative websites and software programs that allow you to enjoy music legally. For example, Pandora is a website that offers personalized Internet radio for free, with minimal commercial interruptions. Every week iTunes gives away free music through its online store. An Internet search for "legal music downloads" will yield many options for legal downloading websites.
Choose a negative consequence of illegal downloading and remind yourself of this consequence regularly. You can think about the economic impact stealing music has on struggling music artists, the possible legal consequences and the resultant cost increases for legitimate music products. You might choose to post this consequence on a sticky note next to your computer as a visual reminder.
Find a friend to keep you accountable. Inform a spouse, friend or family member that you are giving up your illegal downloading habits. Ask him to check on you every once in a while, even if he simply asks about your habits for that week.