Got a new computer and want to move your entire iTunes library? Starting with iTunes 7 there is a new backup feature that will archive your entire library to CD or DVD, including ratings and playcounts, which can be moved to another computer. If you are interested in moving your library using this method click, here.

This article is for Mac users. If you are using Windows, we have a separate article for you if your Windows PC doesn't recognize iPod. If you have an iPod touch, check this document.

Want to make a playlist away from your Mac or PC? Queue up as many songs as you like on iPod or iPod mini. When you create a list of songs on your iPod, the songs appear in an On-The-Go playlist. iTunes saves playlists to your computer next time you autosync.

To be able to add new music to iTunes, permissions must be correct on your Music folder and the folders in it.

If you want to have phone numbers, email addresses, meeting times, grocery lists, driving directions, and other bits of information at your fingertips, you can stick the data in any iPod model with a display screen. And every iPod allows you to use it as a "disk drive" to shuttle your projects and music files between your computers. Here are the ways iPod can make your life easier for those times when you need to get your life in order.

iPod has a 3.5 mm headphone jack you can use to connect to a home or car stereo using third-party stereo adapters. Note: Compatible devices must be self-powered.

You can use your iPod as a drive (hard drive or flash drive depending on your iPod) to store and transfer data files on (also known as disk mode).

Syncing your music library on iPod is easy. By default, iTunes automatically updates iPod's music library whenever you connect iPod to your computer. iTunes transfers new songs you've added, and erases songs you've removed. Content can also be manually added and removed from iPod.

In most cases, the sad iPod icon indicates a hardware issue. If you are able to force iPod into Disk Mode, then it may not be a hardware issue, and you should try to restore your iPod with the latest software.

With QuickTime 7 Pro, you can create your own videos that will play on the new iPod. Already have great home movies you want to play on your iPod? No problem. QuickTime 7 Pro helps you easily convert them to a format that iPod understands.* Just follow these easy instructions and you'll be watching your own video on your iPod in no time.