New computer, ipod touch. how to permanently add library to computer

just got a new computer.. dont have the old one. my ipod has 800 something songs that are not purchased from itunes. my computer does not show my ipod in my drivers so i cannot put the songs on it. my library only shows when plugged up, it won't permanently stay. does anyone know what to do? and also, if i update the software on my ipod will it erase all of my songs? comment if you have had experience with this.

You should always move your music and all of your other info/pics/docs from your old computer to your new one ( and you should always have a backup copy).
It seems you did neither of these things.
You could try, at your risk, a 3rd party program (not supported by Apple)to try and get the music from ipod.

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