ITunes doesn't launch...

I recently downloaded the updated version of iTunes from the Apple website as recommended by the version of iTunes I installed from the CD that came with my iPod.
I have a 4 GB Nano iPod...
Anyway, one day for some strange reason, the software refused to open when I double-click it either from the desktop icon, or from the start menu shortcuts. I assumed it was a software problem and I re-installed. Now, the problem persists and I am unable to use my iPod with iTunes on my computer.
Additionally, I had a friend use my iPod on his computer which also has iTunes installed...(he has a 30 GB Video iPod)...he said that my iPod was not connecting with his version of iTunes either...although his iPod works perfectly fine on his system.
Does anyone know why this is happening?
I'd really appreciate some help on this..
Cheers!

Next time, try the Installing or Using iTunes Forum. But, I can help you. So, it was working, then all of a sudden did not? Or did it stop working after upgrading to a newer version?
If it randomly stopped working, my first guess would be malware. There are malware programs out there that cause iTunes to not launch without giving any error message. Your first step should be to rule this cause out or correct it. You can find a free malware program called EWIDO here: http://www.ewido.net/en/ It is remarkable in how it detects and removes the malware that causes this crash and burn of iTunes.
If this stopped working after an upgrade, I would still look at malware as a cause, but also your antivirus and firewall programs. Many of them tend to interfere with iTunes by either blocking it from opening, or interferring with the successful download and install causing it to be bungled up. Also, check on your PC to see if Quicktime got installed. Sometimes they just bungle up Quicktime, and iTunes cannot open and work without Quicktime. You can download the Quicktime standalone here: http://www.apple.com/quicktime/download/standalone.html
Good Luck and post back if you have problems and/or questions.
Rachyl

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