IOS Updates Consistently Fail

I have a 2-year-old iPOD Touch. Every time a new iOS version is released, I select "download and upgrade".
But after the download, an error message is displayed (error 3034). At that point, I have to go through a complete restore cycle.
This happens every single time.
Is there some way to avoid this, besides skipping the minor (very minor) upgrades like 6.1.2? Or is this iPOD defective?

Unable to contact the iOS software update server gs.apple.com
Error 1004, 1013, 1638, 3014, 3194: These errors may be the result of the connection to gs.apple.com being redirected or blocked. Follow these steps to resolve these errors:
Install the latest version of iTunes.
Check security software. Ensure that communication to gs.apple.com is allowed. Follow this article for assistance with security software. iTunes for Windows: Troubleshooting security software issues.
Check the hosts file. The restore will fail if there is an active entry to redirect gs.apple.com. Follow iTunes: Advanced iTunes Store troubleshooting to edit the hosts file or revert to a default hosts file. See section "Blocked by configuration: (Mac OS X/Windows) > Rebuild network information".
Try to restore from another known-good computer and network.
If the errors persist on another computer, the device may need service.
The "device may need service" means a hardware problem. In that case make an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store.
Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar

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So it must be something with my Mac Pro, but I have no idea what might cause this.
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Sascha

HI,
So it must be something with my Mac Pro
Boot from install disc, run Disk Utility in case the startup disk needs repairing and check for free disk space.
Insert your install disk and Restart, holding down the "C" key until grey Apple appears.
Go to Installer menu and launch Disk Utility.
(In Mac OS X 10.4 or later, you must select your language first from the installer menu)
Select your HDD (manufacturer ID) in the left panel.
Select First Aid in the Main panel.
(Check S.M.A.R.T Status of HDD at the bottom of right panel. It should say: Verified)
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When you are finished with DU, from the Menu Bar, select Utilities/Startup Manager.
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I'm so glad my non-Apple devices don't follow this crazy 1/2 baked backup/restore scheme.
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