Itunes scripts

Hi folks,
I'm new to the group and posted a question in a couple of open threads without realizing it's encouraged to start a new thread. I've searched and searched and searched the archives in an attempt to find a solution, but it appears I have a common problem that doesn't have an easy solution.
I transfered my music from notebook to external HD and la la la la ...... I now have ! ! ! in front of all my files. I'm a bit anal when it comes to playcounts, ratings, etc and I don't want to lose all that info. Of the solutions I've so far discovered, using Otto's updating script http://ottodestruct.com/itunes/update.txt appears to be the best solution.
Below is the script and subsequent error I receive.
var iTunesApp = WScript.CreateObject("iTunes.Application");
var tracks = iTunesApp.LibraryPlaylist.Tracks;
var numTracks = tracks.Count;
var i;
for (i = 1; i <= numTracks; i++)
var currTrack = tracks.Item(i);
currTrack.UpdateInfoFromFile();
the variable between brackets {} are both indented once (couldn't get to do in text)
Line: 8
Char: 1
Error: object doesn't support this property or method.
I know little to none about scripting and programming in general. Has anyone else used this script (or knows how to script!) and could help troubleshoot the problem? I posted yesterday on Otto's page as well, but I'm not sure when he will find my particular comment. I'd be willing to wait patiently for his response, however I'm in a bit of a pinch. I'm taking off tomorrow to go to South America for six weeks and would really like to sync up and update my iPod before I left. I'd also like to make my library functional so my sister can use it while I am away.
Your help would be greatly appreciated,
Lacey<br>
Windows XP Pro
Windows XP Pro
Windows XP Pro

One more thing...
I've been doing some searching online for help and can't seem to come up with anything. However, I did come across a site that has tons of Apple scripts. Is there anyway to convert these for use on PC?
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