Stuck in download folder

I need help! whenever i try to download itunes 9.0.2 it just goes into the download folder and whenever we try to open it it says please close itunes when we already have! if this is any help we are trying to upload an ipod touch

Get rid of the Download folder and check for purchases again.
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS2384
Even if you're not getting an error 8008, that method has worked for many folks.

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