ReInstall iTunes error when connecting iPod

Question

"itunes cannot run because some its required file are missing, please reinstall itunes"
i get this EVERY single time i plug my ipod in now, and every time i reinstall again and still it does the same... what is up with it anyone know?
also even though itunes 'supposedly' isnt installed properly my ipod still says 'do not disconnect' on it, why would it say that when itunes isnt working??
any help appreciated.

Answer 1

"itunes cannot run because some its required file are missing, please reinstall itunes"
hmmmm. that message often indicates an issue with the registry: for example, folks can get it if they System Restore over a fresh itunes or QuickTime install, and strip out the fresh installation registry entries.
so the fact that you're getting it over and over again like this has me worried about malware.
download fresh definitions and run vigorous spyware and virus scans. if your security software providers offer them, try supplementing that with an online virus scan. (sometimes it can pick up an infestation even when the security software on the PC has been compromised.)
if your security software providers don't offer online virus checks, perhaps try the Symantec one. (apologies in advance, it takes an eternity to complete.)
Symantec Security Check