Backup iPod Touch music to computer without adding it to iTunes Library

Thanks, I'll probably try the Syncios because it's free and I'll most likely only use it once or twice. I'll post my success/failure here 🙂

Based on the recomendations by lllaass, I tried 2 different programs. Both were selected because they were free:

The first program I tried was SharePod. This decision was based on CNET & user reviews. It worked great for moving the music from the iPod to the computer, was easy to use, and was free; however, it is limited to music (it had a photo section but it did not see the one photo on the iPod so I was not able to test the feature). If all you need to move is music I recommend this solution.

After I realized there were eBooks on the iPod, I had to find a second program to back them up. I used Syncios (again based on CNET & user reviews). This also worked great for backing up the eBooks, and I was even able to backup the apps (all were free apps, but I thought I would test the feature anyway). I did not try to backup the music because I already backed it up with SharePod, but I would imagine it will work as well as the books & apps.

**BEWARE** when installing Syncios: the reviews stated the install adds malware. To avoid the program installing additional software, make sure to select custom install and uncheck the additional programs!