I agree, it is best to apply asap. I got my letter of acceptance in 1st week of dec for the Jan 2010 intake. Due to insufficient time I immediately applied for a deferral for the spring session. Now I got my revised letter yesterday and I plan to apply for visa as soon as these holidays are over.
hs202, stay in touch with ur progress.
and best of luck saeed and uzair, iv been following ur posts in the other topic.