I just got a used computer with iTunes already on it.

I had an iTunes library that stayed on the computer my ex kept after the break up. I got a used laptop that has iTunes already on it. I want to sync new music, but it tells me my iPod can only sync with one library at a time. Since I have no idea who had this computer, or what the password for their apple account might be, I'm hesitant to sync. I want to be able to purchase aps and music with MY apple account, but I'd still like to get the music from the CDs I uploaded to this iTunes library. Does anyone have any tips? Thanks much!!!
~Nikki~

Am I correct that what you're saying is you want to download items from the iPod to the laptop you purchased?
Apple only provides for this to be done for items purchased from iTunes Store. This is to prevent people from transferring music they do not own that would in normal conditions be present on their computer already.
As already suggested, you should really consider wiping the computer and starting fresh. Re-rip your CDs you have and build you iTunes library that way. There are third party utilities (commerical software) that let you transfer items from an iPod to a computer, but you'd be better off starting fresh.

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Hi JSheppOCNJ,
Welcome to the Support Communities!
Since you have posted in the iCloud for PC forum, my first suggestion would be to make sure you have iCloud setup on all of your devices.
Here is some information to get you started:
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Apple - iCloud - Learn how to set up iCloud on all your devices.
iCloud Control Panel 2.1.2 for Windows
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Hi maddogdne,
Welcome to the Support Communities!
The article below may be able to help you with this.
Click on the link to see more details and screenshots.
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