Before you even launch the program go get SR3. That way you will start with a solid program. Some people rag on P5 for instability. For me it is very stable sometimes running for weeks in a single session. Keep in mind that a high end 3D app like Poser needs a high end computer to perform well. It can only be as solid as the system it's running on. No other character animation tool out there is as easy to use as Poser and Poser has the support of a HUGE following with tons of freebies and dirt cheap ad-on products. Happy Rendering! Nerd