Trying to update software & sync on new computer

i have ipod touch which was originally synced on computer at home, which is now defunct. I wish to sync with work computer which already had music mp3s stored on it. i have downloaded itunes onto my work computer and connected ipod. i wish to update the software from 3.1.3 to 4.2 but get a message saying there are items that need adding to your library and i should transfere before updating, if i ask it to comtinue it says all media will be deleted from this ipod.
if i try to sync my music it tells me that all existing tracks on my ipod will be replaced by music in my library.
in short i cant update without a sync, and i cant sync without losing all my music on the ipod.
any ideas, many thanks. PS im not a tekkie im a grandad so plain speak please.

Hi,
See these easy to follow Support Links for what you need to do:
Syncing with iTunes
How to transfer or sync content to your computer
Transferring purchases from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod to a computer
Backing up, updating, and restoring your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch software
From Here:
http://www.apple.com/support/ipodtouch/syncing/
Cheers,

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