Mac Mini as node in Final Cut?

This is an odd question maybe, but I was thinking about picking up a Mac Mini to use as extra processing power in Logic 8. This would be in the far future, unless one cheap shows up on eBay. But my question is does Final Cut have the same ability to farm out some of its needs in this fashion? It's not important, I don't even have FC yet, I'm just curious. Thanks!

does Final Cut have the same ability to farm out some of its needs in this fashion?
No, sorry. But as mentioned, Compressor can be.
Shane

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