here's a trial d/l of camtasia but i don't know what the trial is limited to. the full version is a bit pricy ~us$300. http://www.techsmith.com/camtasia/ i'll look for a free clone and post back later today. i find windows movie maker to be somewhat limited in video effects such as kewl transitions but if you want to put something together today then you can't beat movie maker with its short learning curve, excellent!

fellow forum member "furry" does some great clips for youtube. i hope he weighs in on this thread.