My cheap a$$ finally broke down and bought a new computer (3 GHz, 1GB RAM). I’ve had my old computer since college (’99). I really began to notice how slow my computer was when I started to use MyDVD. In case you didn’t read my previous post, it took me nearly 6 hours to burn a DVD. Along with MyDVD, I also ran into a couple other software applications that really pushed my computer to the limit.

Instead of building my own computer, I decided to go with a Dell. I built my last computer however; I didn’t want to be bothered with all the problems that come with building your own computer. Yes, you can probably build the same computer I purchased for a lot less however; you have to deal with the hassle of getting stuff to work. I thought about getting a Mac however; I didn’t want to have to worry about what software I would have to purchase. I pretty much have all the software I use for Windows. If I had purchased a Mac, I would have to purchase or find replacements for a number of software applications that I use on a daily basis. Sorry Mac fans, you haven’t gotten me to switch yet :(.

Right now I am burning another Thomas and Friends DVD. I’ll let everybody know how long it takes with my new computer. Hopefully it doesn’t take nearly as long as it did before. Also, I didn’t run into the thumbnail problem that I had with MyDVD before. I was worried that this problem would come back to haunt me however; so far, things appear to be working as they should. Stay tuned for me info…