On my machine (AthlonXP 2000+, 512mb, GeForce2 MX400), D|S runs extremely well. Only time I've had problems with it crashing was due to bad file and a reinstall fixed it. Otherwise I haven't had the problems you've had. But just like any other program, D|S is just another choice in one's toolset for creating art. That's it...if you don't like it, then you don't have to use it.