Error message iTunes library file cannot be saved (-50)

When I open iTunes on my computer (Windows 7 64 bit) I get an error message that the iTunes library file cannont be saved (-50)  Does anyone have an answer on how to correct the error?

I found this article that may help you, from what I got from the article it says there may be 3rd party software possibly blocking it or time out issues.
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1583?viewlocale=en_US
Hope this helps you!

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