HT2305 I just purchased a PC with Windows 8, I could not transfer data from the old computer, what steps do I take to be able to sync my IPhone to my new computer.

I plugged my Iphone in but the phone is apparently not identified.  Where do I get and how do I install Apple Software to accomplish keeping my phone up to date and synced?

Yes, windows to Mac too.
iTunes: How to move [or copy] your music [library] to a new computer [or another drive] - http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4527
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Windows users see tip at: https://discussions.apple.com/message/18879381

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