Best OS for editing

[cwggenius]

Hey guys what would be the best OS for editing ...MAC OS, Linux Win?? Also what system specs. I know my question is probrably pretty broad but I will tell you I have some experience with Adobe premiere pro and Ulead and I am thinking about starting my own business. My cousin has two Sony cams with the tri color chips. Just taking in some info right now... thanks.

[dcsos]

Mac OS X 10.2 but this is an opinion not a fact
There's more apps on WINDOWS..and 2000 gets my vote for the best WINDOWS

[cwggenius]

Kool i figured that I may stick with the PC end and go with windows 2k. any suggestion on specs?

[dcsos]

If you're not running AVID that is (their setup involves propietary hardware)
You get a 2.4-3.2 gig P4hyperthreader...
its slower than the fastest Athlons
but runs video applications (especially from ADOBE) much better
get a gig of RAM
get a INTEL companion chipset on the MOBO (any brand built)
finally. get a MOTHERBOARD with Firewire built in if possible.

My next system will be the BTX XPC variety
so I am forced to wait a little
http://www.cooltechzone.com/index.php?option=content&task=view&id=899

[edDV]

MAC and Windows are about equal. Linux is 10-15 yrs back.

It's more about apps and system peripherals than OS.

Bottom line before further questions, this is this the story.

1. MAC apps included with OS are better and easier to learn. (i.e. Windows Movie maker is not as good as iMovie)

2. Next level up, Windows has good apps for less money. (i.e. MAC Final Cut Express at $300 is a big step. Several good $99 programs exist for the PC, plus all the geekware).

3. Prosumer level apps pit Apple's Final Cut Pro ($1000) against several good mid level Windows based programs (lead by Sony Vegas and Adobe Premiere Pro). AVID Express DV is available on both MAC and Windows.

4. At the pro level, Apple's FCP with hardware assist occupies the low end of the high end. Windows workstation based apps (e.g. AVID, Discreet) rule the mid to upper high end.

If you are thinking about going low-pro (corp. promos and wedding videos?) evaluate Apple's FCP, Sony's Vegas, Adobe's Premiere Pro and Avid's Express DV. Choose the OS that runs your software choice best.