Apple TV suddenly will not sync

My Apple TV will no longer sync to my computer. I just get an endless Barber Pole with "Syncing Apple TV" message. It also appears that the Apple TV cannot connect to the iTunes Store. My internet connection is fine. Any suggestions?
I battled with my ATV for months when iTunes would not show it in the device list. I almost went bald trying to make it work. The problem resolved itself about 4 or 5 months ago. After a period of relative stability in which I greatly enjoyed my Apple TV I am now ripping out more hair.

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If you are sure there is nothing wrong with the file, have you tried the following:
1. Open itunes and select a troublesome tune/movie.
2. Choose file/show in Finder and note the location of the original file.
3. Delete the tune/movie from your itunes list (not in the finder) choose 'remove' and 'keep files' when prompted
4. Drag the original file from the Finder back to itunes.
Does this help

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