Feeling Stupid - How Do I Sync iTouch w/iCal

I'm going berserk - I have spent probably 3 hours total trying to figure out how to sync my new (and first) iPod/iTouch w/iCal. I've gone to iCal help and thought I got close but no luck.
I'm pulling my hair out. Why doesn't it just SYNC AUTOMATICALLY when I plug the iPod into the computer??? What do I need to do??
Thanks in advance.

mommacha,
Welcome to Apple Discussions.
Try using the steps listed in: Overview of syncing iPhone or iPod touch with your computer.
;~)

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welcome to discussions, wheeler4747 !
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