I bought a second hand 2nd generation ipod touch, how do i take off the previous owners information so i can buy my own things from itune?

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Two ways:
- Connect the iPod yu computer and restore to factoery defaults/new iPod via iTunes.  See the restoring topic of:
iTunes: Backing up, updating, and restoring your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch software
- With the iPOd connected to a charging source, go to Setting>General>reset>Erase all Content and Settings.  This can take hours.

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