ITunes music deleted! Syncronized iPod still carries music...

All of the files from my iTunes library were deleted including purchased music and converted CDs, as well as videos and settings. Fortunately, all of my music is saved on my iPod Touch and I can still it and add new music with iTunes. All of my music and other files are displayed on iTunes, I just can't play it. My question is if there is any way to move my music back to the computer soley with an ipod and the condition my iTunes is.
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There are a few third party utilities that you can use to retrieve the music files and playlists etc. from your iPod touch. Here are a few you can have a look at, read the help topics for each of them for tips on safely connecting your iPod and using each program:
TuneJack Windows Only (iPhone and iPod Touch compatible)
iGadget Mac & Windows (iPhone and iPod Touch compatible)
iRepo Mac & Windows (iPhone and iPod Touch compatible)
iPod Access Mac & Windows (iPhone and iPod Touch compatible)

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See
iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Windows
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Removing and Reinstalling iTunes, QuickTime, and other software components for Windows XP
or
Removing and reinstalling iTunes and other software components for Windows Vista, Windows 7, or Windows 8
However, after your remove the Apple software components also remove the iCloud Control Panel via Windows Programs and Features app in the Window Control Panel. Then reinstall all the Apple software components
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