Will Updating iTunes version delete my music?

I got an 80GB classic today, and found out I need to update my iTunes version in order for it to be compatible with the ipod. If I download the new iTunes version, will it remove all my music from my old version and replace it with the new version with no music? or will it simply update my old itunes version with all the music intact? Thanks

Updating should not affect your music, I have updated iTunes many times. Having said that, accidents can happen anytime you are installing something new on your system so it's always a good idea to make a back up your existing music.

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