Can I use my first generation iPod on a Windows PC computer?

I have a 10 gig very first generation iPod that I have been using on my Mac. I want to sell it to someone who has a PC.
1. Can they use it on the PC?
2. If so, what do they need to do?
a) install iTunes on their PC
b) get some type of fireware to USB adapter? Where do they get this?
c) What else??
Many thanks. Don't want to sell it to this guy unless he can use it.

NO. The 1st. gens are MAC ONLY (I just bought one, so i know.) Sorry to dissapoint you....

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