Synching I touch with two computers

I would like to know if it is possible to synch an itouch with two computers, without losing the music that is on the itouch. FYI: First computeris no longer operational due to a virus...
Thanks

You can sync with only one computer.  However, you can manage music with multiple computers.  See:
Using iPhone, iPad, or iPod with multiple computers

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