I was able to update my HD and RAM, going from a 500gb to 750gb drive and from 4gb to 8 gb of RAM. I really think my HD was about to fail. Since the swap I’m having a MUCH better experience. I expected a better flow with multiple programs open and there is that advantage, but the problems I was having were more consistant with a failing drive.
Loving CS6 now. Renders are faster, I’m able to have Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects and Premiere all open and working at the same time.