HT4623 why doesn't my ipod touch have 'software update' on it? I can't add apps on it because of this.

I have an ipod touch and I can not add apps to it as it is saying I need to update my ipod.
The trouble is when I go to General - there is no SOFTWARE UPDATE on the ipod.
What do I do to update it and be able to download apps?
Please Help!

The option to update without the computer (Over the air) was made available with iOS 5. If your iDevice is using a version of iOS lower than 5, you will need to use iTunes on your syncing computer to perform the upgrade. Use the Apple link below as a guide for the upgrade.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972
Also read the instructions from the section entitled "Update your device using iTunes" at the link below.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4623
Information regarding transferring purchases from your iDevice to iTunes on your syncing computer can be found at the link below.
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1848
NOTE: The 2nd generation iPod Touch can not be upgraded beyond 4.2.1.

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