How to get my computer and iTunes to recognize my iPhone?

I just got a new desktop computer for Christmas. The brand is Gateway. I wanted to add music to my iPhone 4 (iOS 5) so i
downloaded iTunes. My computer won't recognize my iPhone but my phone does charge, so the usb does work.iTunes won't even recognize my iPhone. How do i fix it?

You can do any or all of the following:

1. Update your itunes to the latest version.
2. Restart your iPhone.
3. Recharge your iPhone(Not via computer).
4. Check your USB connection(Try all your usb ports if it will work)
5. Reinstall iTunes.
6. Restart your computer.
7. Antivirus/Security Software on your computer might be preventing your iPhone to access iTunes.

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