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This is what I've heard, is it true?

Is nobody able to answer my question?

Hi Amy. I've certainly heard it said that treadmills can be kinder to the knees than roads. But the biggest factor - I think - is that you have the right running shoes Treadmill or road will all cause problems if your shoes don't absorb impact or don't compensate for over-pronation.
Personally I don't like treadmill running. The whole gym scene is not what i enjoy - and it is very expensive. I also get bored on a gym treadmill. On the other hand many folks prefer it - and it certainly is convenient if you are already in a gym doing other stuff. And if you have to run in the dark or hate cold frosty/snowy outdoor runs this is probably a consideration.
I guess the most important thing is just to get running - whether on a gym or outdoors. Try both. See which you knees prefer! Cheers Mike

There is a lot more give in a treadmill than a road. Keep a 1% incline on it to make it equivalent to running on the flat outside. Like keep trying.... Not my thing. I do have a weak left knee but so far so good on this programme outdoors but with shoes that compensate for my over pronation. The right shoes make a huge difference.

Thanks everyone, good to know since I do prefer running on a treadmill.

Well, I prefer it because you don't have to deal with the weather, I'd never run after dark where I live and the main one - I feel self-conscious running outside surrounded by people who aren't exercising too.

If it weren't for those things I'd prefer running outside!