[jewelbellydance]

Thanks for all the advice so far. It's very useful. I must admit, I'm not familiar with an external hard drive. Do you get one of those to add to the storage capacity of your internal hard drive (as opposed to replacing it)?

I'm reluctant to commit to Mac software because I feel too old to learn how to use unfamiliar software. Scary! If I get a Macbook, is the Bootcamp program freeware?

PS - Natalie - I'm in Melbourne. Fortunately, right next to two huge electrical stores that like to price-match and throw in extras! Just gotta know what I want before I can do a good deal.