How Do I Backup My Library With iTunes 11?

I don't see a backup function.

Yes/no.
1) Your iPod will contain the muisc files but not the full iTunes structure such as playlists, unless you have a very simple library.
2) A device isn't really designed to act as a backup for a computer. For one, iTunes is incapable of transferring media from a device to a computer unless it is purchases from the iTunes Store.  If you want to transfer other items from an iPod to a computer you have to buy third party software.
3) Your iPod will only store files that are compatible with it.  I know that on my computer 50% of my files such as word processing documents and spreadsheets are totally incompatible with a modern iPod.
You really are much better off spending $100 on an external hard drive and backing up the whole computer.

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