Ipod will not show in windows explorer

i only have had this problem since i upgraded the software on my ipod, and now i wished i hadnt.
the ipod displays fine in itunes, but only shows up in windows explorer while it is charging or being updated (for very limited amount of time).
i use my iPod as a usb drive, so can carry my work in one device rather than two. is this a new strategy apple are taking, by preventing people from accessing the drive or is it a bug in the new software. in either case i hope that they sort it out otherwise as i am considering updated my iPod, i may choose a Zen instead!
sorry bout the ranting- but if anyone can help me, please can you reply.
thanks

Have you seen this?
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Make sure the setting wasn't somehow disabled.
Also, as soon as you eject the iPod, it will disappear from windows explorer.
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