Shifty - thanks.
sgsslok - although I never mentioned cahnging to a mac, I would love one - especially as my desk computer - love the design etc and the speed, problem is with the type of HD Camcorder I am using, at this point in time a Sony, I need firewire connections to transfer full HD without loss... I don't think that's available on Apple Macs?
Also I have Adobe Premiere pro 2 - a tad expensive just to bin it to change over to final cut pro!! Thanks for the info