PC won't recognise iPod but Dock will

Hi There
I've tried to sync my iPod recently but none of my PCs seem to recognise it, the iPod just stays as it would be if you hadn't plugged it in. Where as, if I put it in my docking station, it's fine. It charges and plays music as usual. Does anyone know why?
Thanks

Could it be due to the recent iTunes update as I've just updated it and since then my iPod hasn't been working? :S

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