What kind of computer do I need to run a video editing system?

What kind of computer do I need to run a video editing system?

Tim Smith (Camcorder Training Specialist) gives expert video advice on: Why would I want to edit video I've shot?; What kind of computer do I need to run a video editing system?; What software do I need for video editing? and more...

Video can be pretty intense. Probably the biggest, strongest computer you can buy, and which you can afford. You might be able to update an existing computer. Or, if it's time to buy a new one, video might be the reason to do that. Look for hard drive space. Video takes up fairly large files so you want fairly large hard drives. And, like any computer application, the more memory--the more ram you have, the better.