CQoz
TPF Noob!
Buy a MAC! I have been a Mac addict since 1995, and have 3 of them, plus 2 Windows machines. The Windows computers (which I only use if I have to) are always in strife with some net-related problem, usually virus etc. Macs just don't have the problems. Twice I have needed help and the problems have been sorted same day, and I am in regional Australia. Macs cost more, and so does the software, but it is worth every cent. The only problem is freeware, and shareware, which are less available, but when it comes to using the "real " software eg Photoshop, Final Cut Pro, etc they just sail away from Windows. I will get off my soapbox now ( I don't work for Mac-honestly) ..... John