Quote Originally Posted by hiroprotagonist
who here would say to spring for a 3.0 ghz p4
with hyper threading over a 2.8ghz with none? does it make that big of a
difference?
Hyperthreading is best if you are multi-tasking (running several apps at
once)... However, if you are only using one app at a time... multitasking
actually slows your computer down slightly. (Great for buiness apps, not
necessary for audio apps)

Quote Originally Posted by hiroprotagonist
what can i do if theres no firewire support on my
laptop that i can see? i cant add it on before they manufacture it...
You can add firewire with a pcmcia card.