Yep Flash is vector based but can handle bitmaps too.
Pretty much all schools computers will be able to handle basic flash animations so don't worry on that score. I was developing Flash stuff on P133 pc's with 256 MB ram 10 years ago, and they did just fine!
Don't use Trace Bitmaps on larger or complex bitmaps as the vectors they create are far too complex, stick with bitmaps you'll be fine unless you need shape tweening, but be warned complex bitmaps or bitmaps with lots of detail in them will not easily be manipulated and the file size will increase greatly - Be sensible choose the best format to use based on what you need to achieve with the animations.
If you are not sure, ask! Someone here will advise - I shall check back tomorrow and see if you need any help.
IPete2.
Pretty much all schools computers will be able to handle basic flash animations so don't worry on that score. I was developing Flash stuff on P133 pc's with 256 MB ram 10 years ago, and they did just fine!
Don't use Trace Bitmaps on larger or complex bitmaps as the vectors they create are far too complex, stick with bitmaps you'll be fine unless you need shape tweening, but be warned complex bitmaps or bitmaps with lots of detail in them will not easily be manipulated and the file size will increase greatly - Be sensible choose the best format to use based on what you need to achieve with the animations.
If you are not sure, ask! Someone here will advise - I shall check back tomorrow and see if you need any help.
IPete2.