Good luck, CK. I'm not expert on computers although I'm known to tinker a little with them. If you fancy a trip near Bognor one day, bring the laptop with you if you like!
I personally hate Flash and that sort of stuff, it's part of what makes the www as slow as it is, but it's a necessary evil.
Macromedia's site is here, click on the Downloads menu and look for the download Flash Player button!
[Edited on 27-7-2004 by Loz]