Copying music from IPod to Music Library on a new computer

I have a new Dell computer and I am trying to figure out how to download the music on my IPod to a new Music Library on my new computer. My old computer has crapped out so I cannot access the Music Library on it to backup or copy. All the info about transfering music to a new computer assumes access to the old computer and library. Unfortunately, I cannot do that, and cannot find a way to transfer the music. Any suggestions? Thanks, BOB
Dell XPS 410 Windows XP

yes if u go to this website there is a free program that can take the music from ur iPod and download it to ur computer. there is a version for mac and windows. http://www.kennettnet.co.uk/
PowerBook G4 Mac OS X (10.4.8)

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These are two possible approaches that will normally work to move an existing library to a new computer.
Method 1
Backup the library with this User Tip.
Deauthorize the old computer if you no longer want to access protected content on it.
Restore the backup to your new computer using the same tool used to back it up.
Keep your backup up-to-date in future.
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I'd recommend method 1 since it establishes an ongoing backup for your library.
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http://support.apple.com/kb/PH12492
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