Converting MPEG 4 to a WMV file - do I need flip4mac?

Hello
I have edited a 1 1/2 min movie and converted it into an MPEG 4 using quick time conversion. My client needs it as a WMV. How do I do this using Final Cut? Do I have to invest in Flip4Mac?
They also want it as a Flash format. I've tried to export my quicktime file but cant see the option for Flash.
Thanks for your help in advance!
Mel

so just to be sure, I cant do it without flip4mac?
Well, google certainly can help:
http://www.google.co.uk/search?hl=en&q=MOVto+WMV+converter&btnG=GoogleSearch&meta=
I think Visual Hub was an option until recently but I believe is not longer available.
n terms of Flash how do I change the .mov extention to .flv?
Create your mov file than highlight the files title/name then single click it and change extension, you'll be prompted to confirm your choice. This is not a distractive action. You can change that back if you wish.
G.

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