When it comes to nearly anything iPod-related, iTunes is often the application most users seek. It is used to configure the device, copy media to the device, sync and update the device as well as create backups. Because iTunes offers so many services, some people are unhappy with the “bloat” of the application. If you wish to back up your iPod without iTunes, you can do so manually by copying all the data and storing it somewhere safe. Writer Bio
