My Ipod 4th generation wont charge when I plug it in either my computer or a wall charger

No light comes on when I plug it in to either my computer or a wall charger. I've tried restarting it, upgrading the software on my computer, my computer doesn't even realize that its plugged in no matter which port I plug it into. Please help! I got it for my birthday last Septemeber (2011) from my kids, and just want it to work again.

Are you sure the connections on each end are nice and snug?  The picture in this article shows you what not to do.
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3572
Are you using the cable that originally came with the iPod?
B-rock

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