Multiple computers, one ipod?

New ipod, probably old problem, appreciate help. Using ipod with two computers, each set to manual organization of music in itunes. Wish to get both computers on "same page" and then auto-sync b/c it is apparently a large annoyance to manual sync. Cannot manage to import (tried using flash drive) library from one computer to other one (so that I can then reverse the process and have two computers with same library).
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Have a look at this article in the Apple Knowledge Base for some ideas on how to transfer songs from one computer to another. Let us know if it brings you any combination of joy and/or satisfaction.

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