Can someone tell me how to backup my 3rd generation ipod touch?

I have a 64GB 3rd generation ipod touch. I have been  trying for the past two days to back it up to my laptop but it will not work. I have heard that if i update it without backing it up it will delete everything on my ipod and I really dont want to do that unless it is a last resort. Should I just update it and start from scratch or keep trying? Please someone help me .

Follow these instructions. When you restore from backup as the article says, the iPod will also be updated
Syncing to a "New" Computer or replacing a "crashed" Hard Drive: Apple Support Communities

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