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on my Ipad 2 air is it necessary to sign to itunes every time I want to download a free app
You need a valid payment method on file with the iTunes Store even to download free apps... And if you don't want a credit card on file, you can redeem a small, like $10 iTunes gift card on your account and the nagging to put a credit card on file will stop.