Itunes Sync problems - Itunes 8.2 + Vista

I am having problems syncing my ipod touch - it will sync with my library but it takes FOREVER to synch like 3-4 minutes a song.
Also it tends to make Itunes "Not Respond" time after time when i plug my ipod in an sync.
It works on an XP computer with 8.1. But I also had this problem last night where i had 8.1, so to solve the problem I updated and the problem still remains. THis is really frustrating.
I have tried everything deleting crash logs, deleting backups and deauthorize and authorize. Uninstall and reinstall, yet the problem still exists. I have also defragged the HDD and no joy.
I have to use my computer as all my music is on it.
Thanks help is appreciated

TheStigUK wrote:
nope its not a faulty usb cable tried again the problem still persists
EDIT: I just tried a nano (current gen) and it worked perfectly.
EDIT 2: I just tried with a 5th gen ipod click wheel one and it works perfectly.
Those iPods communicate with iTunes using the iPod service, the iPhone and iPod touch use the Apple Mobile Device Service.
Do you see the same issue when syncing the iPod in another user account or in selective startup mode? This article: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2292 will walk you through putting the PC in to a selective startup mode.
You can also try updating and restoring the iPod touch as described here: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1414
-Jason

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