thanks for all the stuff guys! i appreciate it...
hmm, i was thinking about 50 pounds for a second hand mac, but if a quadra won't run 8.5, then i don't know really...
also, i don't know about paying for shipping from the states, i'd rather buy one in the UK...
ho hum, if i can get either a windows or a mac emulator to work in linux then i'll be set, but so far nothing, and i am loath to start yet another 'why won't wine work' thread...
thanks again guys...