JLo

If you're not yet confident in your creative abilities or just want to save time, think about putting automatic movie generation on your list of requirements. The feature, found in Pinnacle Studio, Roxio VideoWave, and VideoStudio, turns raw content into productions resembling music videos. It's not appropriate for everything, but it's perfect for hard-to-edit footage like videos of days at the beach or ice skating rink.

Program stability is also a consideration. There are many complaints about people spending 40 hours editing on a project only to see the software crash while rendering or burning the DVD. If possible, download a trial version of the program you choose and make sure it operates stably on your editing station.

Bruno

Aren't there web sites that allow you to edit videos? I think I've seen a service that allows you to upload your video and then put music and titles on it.

tiggapooh

Are those websites free or do you have to pay to be able to edit your video? I've not made a video yet, but it sure sounds lik it would be fun.