Computer Authorization Maximum

I have reached my five computer maximum for itunes. I just bought a new laptop and moved to switzerland but my last two computers (which broke) are in the US and I am not sure what other three devices have been authorized. I read that i can deauthorize all once per year but my question is will i lose all of the music i have purchased or is there a way to recieve it back on this device once i have re-authorized?
thanks

molly boyle wrote:
my question is will i lose all of the music i have purchased
not because you deauthorize a computer, no.
deauthorize all, then reauthorize those you are using. your purchases will play/can be used just fine.
click here for information.
JGG
edited by the Jolly Green Giant (where Green stands for environmentally friendly)

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