Had a mac now a pc how do i transfer music w out deleting everything?

i can't manually sync my ipod when i plug it in to my pc it says i have to restore to factory settings because is currently synced to a mac and i just want to get my purchases on my new computer w out having to burn cds or getting an external hard drive involved. is there neway to do this?

you could set up _*Home Sharing*_ and transfer your media file that way. however, playcounts, ratings, etc. will not be carried over.
there is the conventional way, check this read.
good luck !
JGG
edited by the Jolly Green Giant (where Green stands for environmentally friendly)

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