Can I upgrade my iMac to get better performance to run Motion 5 better?

This is what I have. I am starting to use FCPX and Motion 5 more. FCPX is tolerable, but Motion is a problem quite often. Is there a way to upgrade my iMac or would I have to go to something else?
Hardware Overview:
Model Name:          iMac
Model Identifier:          iMac10,1
Processor Name:          Intel Core 2 Duo
Processor Speed:          3.06 GHz
Number Of Processors:          1
Total Number Of Cores:          2
L2 Cache:          3 MB
Memory:          4 GB
Bus Speed:          1.07 GHz
Boot ROM Version:          IM101.00CC.B00
SMC Version (system):          1.52f9
NVIDIA GeForce 9400:
Chipset Model:          NVIDIA GeForce 9400
Type:          GPU
Bus:          PCI
VRAM (Total):          256 MB
Vendor:          NVIDIA (0x10de)
Device ID:          0x0869
Revision ID:          0x00b1
ROM Revision:          3454
Displays:
iMac:
Resolution:          1920 x 1080
Pixel Depth:          32-Bit Color (ARGB8888)
Main Display:          Yes
Mirror:          Off
Online:          Yes
Built-In:          Yes
Display Connector:
Status:          No Display Connected

Upgrade the RAM....
You could add 2 2GB modules and hope that 8GB is enough, however it would be better to use the larger modules and add 2 4GB modules for 12GB or even better the full 16GB kit.
Upgrade Apple iMac Memory & more – Easy Guide, Free Installation Videos.

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Upgrading to Lion
If your computer does not meet the requirements to install Mavericks, it may still meet the requirements to install Lion.
You can purchase Lion at the Online Apple Store. The cost is $19.99 (as it was before) plus tax. It's a download. You will get an email containing a redemption code that you then use at the Mac App Store to download Lion. Save a copy of that installer to your Downloads folder because the installer deletes itself at the end of the installation.
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       1. Mac computer with an Intel Core 2 Duo, Core i3, Core i5, Core i7,
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       4. 7GB of available space
       5. Some features require an Apple ID; terms apply.

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If you have the following you can upgrade to Leopard:
Leopard System requirements
You must have a Macintosh computer with:
an Intel processor or a PowerPC G4 (867 MHz or faster) or G5 processor
a DVD drive >built-in FireWire
at least 512 MB of RAM (additional RAM is recommended for development purposes)
a built-in display or a display connected to an Apple-supplied video card supported by your computer
at least 9 GB of disk space available, or 12 GB of disk space if you install the developer tools
If you meet the following you can upgrade to Snow Leopard:
Snow Leopard General requirements
Mac computer with an Intel processor
1GB of memory
5GB of available disk space
DVD drive for installation
Some features require a compatible Internet service provider; fees may apply.
Some features require Apple’s MobileMe service; fees and terms apply.
And, lastly, if you meet these requirements you can upgrade to Lion:
Lion System Requirements
Mac computer with an Intel Core 2 Duo, Core i3, Core i5, Core i7, or Xeon processor
2GB of memory
OS X v10.6.6 or later (v10.6.8 recommended)
7GB of available space
Some features require an Apple ID; terms apply.
You must upgrade to Lion to use iCloud.

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Can I upgrade both lines and get a very good deal even though only one line is eligible for the upgrade

What exactly do you mean by a "very good deal"? Discounts for BOTH lines??
If only one line is eligible for an upgrade, then you can only get a discounted phone for that line. You can get a new phone for the in-eligible line if you pay full price.
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Attempts to reach this goal based on forums about similar topics:
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The files may have become corrupt during download. Do not expand the files on the download computer.
Not sure if it is a big deal to get the latest 9.x.
try these browsers.
iCab - The Taxi for the Internet
http://www.icab.de/
http://www.icab.de/download.php?os=UB4&lang=en
Mac OS 9
Classilla is a free, open source browser for Mac OS 9
classilla.org
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tenfourfox which require 1gig of memory, firmware update, and 10.4.11. You machine will be slow running the internet will not do utube.
Mac OS 9.x
See this site for disabling the password in Mac OS 9.1
http://kb.wisc.edu/helpdesk/page.php?cat=1301&id=1014
"If you're 'just' talking about your Multiple Users password, there is a simpler solution: start up from your MacOS Install CD, delete the Multiple Users preferences file, and restart from the hard drive." I copied this sentence from the post below. Mac Fixit
http://www.macfixitforums.com/showflat.php?Cat=&Board=Forum8&Number=824863&page= 0&view=collapsed&sb=5&o=31&fpart=1"
https://discussions.apple.com/thread/3653877?tstart=0
Robert

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You don't require Leopard.
Upgrade Paths to Snow Leopard, Lion, and/or Mountain Lion
You can upgrade to Mountain Lion from Lion or directly from Snow Leopard. Mountain Lion can be downloaded from the Mac App Store for $19.99. To access the App Store you must have Snow Leopard 10.6.6 or later installed.
Upgrading to Snow Leopard
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After you install Snow Leopard you will have to download and install the Mac OS X 10.6.8 Update Combo v1.1 to update Snow Leopard to 10.6.8 and give you access to the App Store. Access to the App Store enables you to download Mountain Lion if your computer meets the requirements.
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       6. Some features require Apple’s iCloud services; fees and
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Upgrading to Lion
If your computer does not meet the requirements to install Mountain Lion, it may still meet the requirements to install Lion.
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     Lion System Requirements
       1. Mac computer with an Intel Core 2 Duo, Core i3, Core i5, Core i7,
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Upgrading to Mountain Lion
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         See App Compatibility Table - RoaringApps.
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Be sure to make a Backup of your Current System Before Upgrading...
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It is important to get the Correct and Matching RAM
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At home I have an iMac running Snow Leopard 10.6.8.
Since I purchased a copy of Lion prepackaged with the Mac Book Air, is there some way I can use my Mac Book Air copy of Lion to upgrade my iMac?
Or do I need to purchase a copy of Lion specially for the iMac?
I live in Japan, so it's hard to get clear English advice sometimes!
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You need to buy a copy for your iMac. The version that comes with your MBA cannot be transferred.
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Colin R.

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You can get the latest web browser on your machine.
TenFourFox -- It's a port of the latest FireFox to run on older hardware and software.
"World's most advanced web browser. Finely tuned for the Power PC."
-- works for me on 10.4. Supports 10.5
http://www.floodgap.com/software/tenfourfox/
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