Iphone not showing up when physically connected to Itunes?

I am trying to connect my iphone 4S via USB port to ITunes. It is not showing my device on ITunes for me to access it when it is plugged in. This is my first IPhone so i am unsure if i need to do anything on the actual phone itself in order for it to connect. I have registered the product, if that makes a difference. I just want to be able to transfer files to and from my device. Why is this so complicated? i thought ITunes would easily be able to recognize when i connected my Iphone. Please help!!

See Here >  Device Not Recognised
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1538

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