I can understand both sides of the issue, but have to side with Feldon. A real fact of life is that every software generation places greater demands on hardware. I usually "cycle" my computers about once each three years. Even Windows itself places larger and larger demands on processor speed and storage. It is no fun running a "new" version of any program that operates slowly or with decreased features due to processor/memory limitations, but the only choice is upgrading. Remember, ALL software is changing, not just MA.
Also, I think one has to revaluate what the "typical" computer looks like. Everything I've seen for the past 2-3 years has memory, speed and graphics adequate for increased MA capabilities. The lower prices of hardware has really increased the "cycle rate" of old equipment.
Only practical solution is two versions, generic that will fit about everything and current which should run on typical machines 2-3 years old.
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