So I'm really new to this whole recording thing. The first thing I want to know is which HD recording device would be easiest to use for the purpose of uploading gameplay videos to youtube. The other thing is, do I need more than the recording device or do I need some other type of software. From what I've gathered, either the blackmagic intensity pro or the hauppauge hd pvr would be best. I know both will run be about $200.

If someone could link me a tutorial that has everything from setting up the pvr, to recording, all the way to posting the videos onto youtube, that would be great. When I say I'm a noob at this stuff, I don't even know what file types I'd be recording in or what file types they need to be to be posted on youtube. Any help would be appreciated!

Here are my computer specs:

Intel Core 2 CPU
2.93 GhZ
2.0 GB Ram