Network settings for ipod update

I'm trying to get my i pod updated and I keep getting this error "Server can not be contacted. Make sure network setting are correct and try again" What doed that even mean?

Try:
- Powering off and then back on your router.
- iTunes for Windows: iTunes cannot contact the iPhone, iPad, or iPod software update server
- Change the DNS to either Google's or Open DNS servers
Public DNS — Google Developers
OpenDNS IP Addresses
- Try on another computer/network
- Wait if it is an Apple problem

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Hey PandaBear,
I found the following info on resetting your network settings on an iPod touch with iOS 4:
Reset network settings: Choose General > Reset and tap Reset Network Settings.
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