LOL, thanks . _____Sometimes when you think of another song ,words can almost write them self automatically.   Almost like  a matching algorithm in your mind.

Hey Jeff
 
I'm talking about getting a whole new computer.  When one gets to where there is something you can't do, it's time for a new one.  I pretty much can't do anything with videos with what I have now.   my music room notebook computer is pretty pitiful too.  but all I do with it is YouTube and play MP3s    I'm not sure what to get though. I want a desktop.   I bought a tablet and its pretty useless.  but, it was cheap ~240.  my current computer is about 6.5 years old and notebook is 8+.   I kind of would like a Windows 7 computer.  I have a feeling Windows 8 will be short lived too.  Anyway, good luck with everything.   I'm still holding out but everything is backed up.
 
Stephen

thanks for your useless assistance
 
My apologies, I realize my response was too obscure. Usually, people in your situation are simply screwed, and there is nothing to be done. If you choose to use a PC and run Windows, and choose not to backup regularly, what you experienced is inevitable. I'm glad you got all your stuff back. Maybe the frustration, time, and expense you suffered will inspire new behavior, or a new purchase.