I have a Sony Handycam, which does use the small digital tapes. I also have Ulead DVD Workshop SE which I believe is a DVD creation programme? I would appreciate any other advice you can offer me on maybe tutorials publications that will help me. I have a copy of the Premier 6.5 Video Workshop that seems quite good at covering the basics of Premier, but I do realise that this is not really a beginner's programme. Fortunately I am in a position where I do have plenty of time to dedicate to learning.

Thanks for your reply Ande.