Hi Mindy,

As someone who frequently does heavy post-processing in graphics programs, I share your pain.  So I gave up cursing and ulcers and started from scratch.  I custom built a machine -- dual Pentium, 4 gigs of RAM, super quiet casing, and so on.  Now, when I work, it's a calm, almost Zen experience.

PS filters like BuzzPro and Power Retouche that once crashed my machine now zip to completion in about 15 seconds.

Although I haven't tried working at 8000x8000 as Damien noted, I have worked without trouble at 4500x6000.  And, consequently, I"ve started making some poster-sized Giclee prints.

It's not HAL -- but at least I'm no longer hearing: I'm sorry, Dave.  I'm afraid I can't do that.

Terry