Is there an easy way to remove duplicates in my library?

Hi there, since I first started using my ipod, I've had a new laptop. Having finally figured out (with your help!) how to move the songs from my ipod to the library on my new laptop, I did the transfer but it's duplicated loads of the tracks.
Is there an easy way to remove them/stop that from happening?
Any suggestions? Ta Legs xxx

You'll find a script here.
http://home.comcast.net/~teridon73/itunesscripts/index.html

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