wabe, you can download demos from e-on but the render size is limited and you can't save.

Speed44, like Peggy said, rendering times depend alot on what you have in your scene.  She's right about getting another gig of RAM.  It does help.

I've used Vue since version 4 and have never regretted getting the program.  The render settings are customizable and you can get some great renders.  Take a look at the Vue gallery and you'll get an idea of what you can do.

Hugz from Phoenix, USA

Victoria

Remember, sometimes the dragon wins. Correction: MOST times.