Itunes cannot communicate with my iphone

I installed an update and then I tried to restore and i received a message that my iphone (4s) cannot communicate with itunes. (on mac) Any suggestions?

Hello there kellynocca,
Given what you are describing I recommend starting here with the iOS: Troubleshooting USB connection article: http://support.apple.com/kb/ts1286.
Once you determine that your computer has a USB 2.0 connection, use the following steps to troubleshoot the connection between the device and the computer. Test after each step:
Update to the latest version of iTunes.
Plug the device directly into a high-power USB 2.0 port on the computer. If possible, use a USB port on the back of the computer.Avoid plugging the device into a keyboard, display, or standalone hub. The USB ports on these accessories may be low-power or only offer USB 1.x connections.
If you are using an accessory, remove the device from the dock and connect it to the computer using only the Apple USB to Dock Connector cable.If you have access to additional Apple USB to Dock Connector cables, try testing with another if the first one doesn't work.
Restart your computer and device. To restart your device:Hold the power button until "slide to power off" appears. Slide to power off your device. When it is off, press the Sleep/Wake button to turn it back on.
Disconnect all USB devices from your computer, except for your keyboard and mouse. Then reconnect the iOS device. If the issue is resolved, reconnect other USB devices, testing after each connection.
Another article describes what to do if you are using Windows and see an unknown error containing "0xE" when connecting your device.
IF that does not get your device to communicate with iTunes correctly I recommend restarting both the computer and the iPhone.
iPhone, iPad, iPod touch: Turning off and on (restarting) and resetting
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1430
As a last resort I would recommend backing up to iCloud, and restoring the device.
iCloud: Backup and restore overview
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4859
iOS: How to back up and restore your content
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1766
Regards,
Sterling

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