Abraham, I'm not exactly promoting upgrading to Vista - just making some points.  I too use XP Pro 64-bit and plan on using it for as long as possible.  But at some point, M$ is going to discontinue support here and make it obvious that upgrading is an only option (hardware, drivers, software).

As I noted, the DRM is definitely crapola.  I've already experienced the "full power of the death star" with an unwanted, unintentional update to WMP 11.  This DRM is reminding me of the tactics used by the RIAA (probably instigated by them, I suspect).

Hopefully, when the time comes that Vista cannot be avoided, they do have the option to avoid the bells & whistles (like in XP).  And hopefully, enough complaints and class action suits will have prompted M$ to back down on their ridiculous DRM. :)

C makes it easy to shoot yourself in the foot. C++ makes it harder, but when you do, you blow your whole leg off.

 -- Bjarne Stroustrup

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