Computer doesn't recognize ipod touch

when I plug my ipod into my laptop via a usb cable, the computer doesn't see it...ie it doesn't show up in My Computer as it used to do. It seems like this began when I went to IOS 5
I followed the troubleshooting steps (except the msconfig one) that start here
http://www.apple.com/support/ipodtouch/assistant/itunes/#section_1
they talk about itunes not recognizing the ipod touch, when I guess my problem is that the computer doesn't see it.
any help? Thanks!

Did you already try to remove and reinstall all Apple related software, like explained in this article?
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