I have a 3GS and ITunes doesn't see it even though my computer does.

I have an IPhone 3GS and Itunes no longer sees it even though my computer does. I have Itunes 10 can anyone help?

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    Mac: http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1591
    Windows: http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1538
    Your computer should recognize the Camera Roll only, as a digital camera. iTunes must recognize it for syncing and backup.

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    Looks like I might have found the solution on a youtube comment:
    R.O:
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    Hello Jim,
    I would be concerned as well if my iPhone was not recognized by iTunes. I recommend the following article to troubleshoot the issue you described:
    iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Windows
    http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1538
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