Can I Lock an Ipod So That Only One Computer Can Use It?

So I just bought my grandma an ipod and plan on putting all of her music and such on it for her. What I want to do is make it so that only my computer can access the files and if another computer tried to use the ipod it would lock, I don't want to use the screen lock either. Is there any way to do this through iTunes or not? Thanks alot.

Oh, I'm so sorry.
Dear jmentzer262,
Your brilliant plan cannot be put into action I'm afraid. Apple have not seen fit to include this feature. I'm so sorry that we cannot help you implement this.
There is no doubt that we here are not worthy, and I for one will try my utmost to do better in answering any of your questions in the future.
I understand that when answering a question it is not sufficient to say "it can't be done", as I realise that when dealing with someone is so sensitive we must temper our replies accordingly.
Please accept my humble apologies for my "attitude" and you can rest assured that I have punished myself severely for this unacceptable lapse of judgement. Can you ever find it in your heart to forgive me?

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Hi ctwerner, welcome to the forums.
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1 Week old iMac is being boxed up & returned to Apple Store.
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I am also returning not just one but 2 brand new Mac computers ($4500 coming back from Apple to my wallet) because I am so fed up with the poor customer service response that Apple has given this problem. Not only did they take a ton of my money for iTUnes songs, but then they restricted my access to those songs. I think it's criminal and I wouldn't be surprised if this issue ended up as a class action wrongdoing suit. I have to admit I've considered talking to a lawyer about it myself. I am so sick of large monopolizing companies thinking that they can treat their customers poorly and expect us to sit back and take it. The good news is that this is a free country and I can choose to throw my money at any old company I choose..........Toshiba here I come.

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Cheers,
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I read the forums but didn't find any help to my problem, and would be thankful if someone is able to help us out.

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