How can i transfer my ipod music to a new pc

My PC crashed and i lost my itunes.  Most of it was recorded music of my CD;s but some had been downloaded.  I downloaded a new version of itunes onto my new laptop but when i try to psync it with my ipod it tells me it will wipe what is on there.  I get the reason for this, otherwise i could just upload all my music to someone elses pc but is there a way around this?  I also seem to have lost my downloaded music. Thanks, any help greatly appreciated

This is a very useful article by turingtest
. It gives you your options
https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-3991

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