Why can't I upgrade my 2nd generation ipod from ios 4.2.1 to 4.3.3 so I can download common apps

I want to download common apps on my 2nd generation ipod that has ios4.2.1 system and the apps I try to get need an upgrade ios to 4.3.3.  I am told that I can't upgade my ipod... Why not?  I like my Ipod.

Because the second gen iPod is incapable of running any version of iOS beyond 4.2.1
If you need to run a newer version of iOS then you will need to upgrade your hardware
Allan

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