Do you loose your tunes if you use another computer for itunes?

I originally started with a windows pc and got a new iBook and would like to know if I can update my ipod on my new computer without loosing the songs already on my ipod from my windows computer?

Set your iPod to manual updating, that will allow you to connect to two computers. If you are currently set for auto update, then do this:
Open iTunes.
Connect your iPod to the computer. iTunes presents a message that the iPod is linked to another music library.
Click the iPod button in the lower right corner of the iTunes window.
Click the "Manually manage songs and playlists" button.
Click OK.
For more on manual updating look at the tutorial here: http://www.apple.com/support/ipod/tutorial/ipgettingstartedt3.html

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