Joe,

That Firewire drive is a great idea. With my student discount, I can pick up the entry level macbook for $999. The only drawback I can see is the 1 gig memory. I've been told to get at least at least 2 gig (about $150 more) Necessary? I want to factor in the apple care, b/c many people have told me to get it. Price is a consideration. As I sit here pounding out more work on this pc, I keep telling myself "just hold on, its gonna happen!"