When I plug my IPOD touch into my dell computer all it shows are my picture. I am afraid if I update the software on the IPOD it will erase all my music.

When I plug my IPOD touch into my Dell computer it comes up with Judy's IPOD, the click on where it says internal storeage then a folder comes up that says DCIM then click on that and another folder comes up 800AAAAA and when you click on that all you see if pictures. I am afraid to update the software on the IPOD I am afraid it will erase all my songs. Does anyone have any idea what the problem or can I update the software without fear of losing all my songs.

You have to follow these instructions. When they say restore from backup your iPod will also be updated.
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