Help me make a decision, MiceChat!

[QuietViolet]

Hello MiceChat,

Here's the dillema. My desktop finally pooped out on me. It has served me well as I have had it for 7 years but anyway, it is sleeping with the fishies now. I do have a fairly new HP notebook, but I mainly use that for school and want a new desktop. I am pretty sure I am going to go with HP for the desktop, too ( I would LOVE to get a Mac but I am a poor college student and they are too rich for my blood).. but the dillema is I don't know whether to get it with Windows XP or Vista... my notebook has Vista and I am not the biggest fan of the way it is all layed out, so I am leaning twords XP, but I don't want to spend a significant (for me) amount of money for a computer with a system that will be outdated soon... Is it worth it for me to get the computer with the system I prefer, or will I be regretting that choice in a few months???... Should I get it with XP or Vista??

Ps. If this belongs in the Tech lounge, mods can move it... I wasn't sure since its more of a "whats your opinion" type of thread and not a "lets discuss this new technology" one...

[Hakuna Makarla]

Re: Help me make a decision, MiceChat!

we are also looking into the next desk top being XP, no way to I want to go to Vista. Good luck, I knowdells nowhave the option of both windows you can choose from.

[Sorcerer's Apprentice]

Re: Help me make a decision, MiceChat!

I think XP good for at least another 3-5 years. But MS won't support it, unless public outcry (increasing too) will have them rethink their stance. We may all need to upgrade before too long. Good luck on your decision.

[sir clinksalot]

Re: Help me make a decision, MiceChat!

I'd go with Vista personally. You don't want to get an OS that will have no support.

[Sambo]

Re: Help me make a decision, MiceChat!

If you are buying new - you will find it difficult to get a new machine with XP. There are only a few major build-it companies (like Gateway, Dell, etc) that build your machine to your specs - including OS. Most everyone else is Vista only.

Like it or no - XP is well on it's way to non-support.

[QuietViolet]

Re: Help me make a decision, MiceChat!

Ugh.. I know.. I'm probably going to end up getting it with Vista-- HP does still offer a desktop with XP, though... hmn.. so many decisions.. but I think I'll go with Vista because you guys are right-- I am going to want to have support..
Thanks for the advice...