My iphone5 is not recognized in the itunes  store

My iphone 5 is not recognized as a device on my computer.  I thought I needed to plug int in via the usb cord that came with the phone, open itunes and voila?  Not so, but I'm not savy enough technologically to figure out how to get it to work.  Also the phone is not charging very well as it takes over 12 hours to charge it and it won't charge via the computer. This is the second iphone 5 given to me.  Any ideas to help me out?
Many thanks!

Hi - the same thing is happening to me - I have tried the 2 USB ports on my computer, and 3 different computers (1 of which is a Mac) - any suggestions?

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      L3 Cache:                            6 MB
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    Connection attempt to iTunes Store was unsuccessful.
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    Secure connection attempt to iTunes Store was unsuccessful.
    The network connection timed out.
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    The drive CDRW speeds are: 4.
    The drive DVDR speeds are: 4.
    The drive DVDRW speeds are: 4.
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    iTunesHelper 7.7.1.11 is currently running.
    Apple Mobile Device service 2.1.29.0 is currently running.
    Universal Serial Bus Controllers:
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    Intel(R) ICH8 Family USB Universal Host Controller - 2831. Device is working properly.
    Intel(R) ICH8 Family USB Universal Host Controller - 2832. Device is working properly.
    Intel(R) ICH8 Family USB Universal Host Controller - 2834. Device is working properly.
    Intel(R) ICH8 Family USB Universal Host Controller - 2835. Device is working properly.
    Intel(R) ICH8 Family USB2 Enhanced Host Controller - 2836. Device is working properly.
    Intel(R) ICH8 Family USB2 Enhanced Host Controller - 283A. Device is working properly.
    FireWire (IEEE 1394) Host Controllers:
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    Most Recent Device Not Currently Connected:
    iPod classic running firmware version 1.1.2
    Serial Number: 8K742MT2YMV
    ** iPhone/iPod Touch Sync Tests **
    No iPhone or iPod found.
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