Version 4.0.1 decided to re-download. Lost all bookmarks, etc. WHY?

Version 4.0.1 installed on my lap-top running Windows XP. Tried to open Firefox but window pop-up indicated updated version available. Downloaded and found that it was the same version of 4.0.1 but now have no Bookmarks, History, etc.

Many users have the same problem. This has been an issue for many releases now.
My suggestion is to download the upgrade file yourself and install it manually. To manually install an upgrade or a backup, you should hold down the shift key while pressing the 'Upgrade' button in iTunes. Then select the previously dowloaded file.
To find the file, google for one of the above filenames. When you find a link check that it points to a 'http://appldnld.apple.com/...' link. You should rename the file so it gets the *.ipsw extension. Above are the file names for iOS 4.0.1 upgrade files.
iPhone 4 Filename: iPhone3,14.0.1_8A306Restore.ipsw
iPhone 3GS Filename: iPhone2,14.0.1_8A306Restore.ipsw
iPhone 3G Filename: iPhone1,24.0.1_8A306Restore.ipsw

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