Why can't I listen to my iPod while charging it on my computer?

When I plug my iPod into my computer (PC) to charge, it doesn't let me listen to it while charging.  I have a co-worker that has an iTouch and she's able to listen to her's while charging.

If your iPod is a shuffle, it only has one connection point that is for charging, data transfer, and headphones.  Therefore, it's not possible to connect the headphones while it is charging.
If the iPod is a nano, classic, or touch, it has a dock connector (for charging and data transfer) that is separate from headphones jack.  Therefore, you can use the iPod (as an iPod) while it is connected for charging.

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