So i want to know some good software for capruting videos from your screen (like to make a video tutorial or womething like that). I haven't the foggiest idea where to even start and would love to be pointed in the right direction. thanks.

Leo Laporte recommends Camtasia

http://techsmith.com/

Another vote for Techsmiths Camtasia Studio here.

aah. Much appreciated. that did the trick. thanks