Is it me or are 90% of the Microsoft articles voted up on HN slaps to Microsoft. I've been using them for years and really enjoy their tools but, admittedly, don't go for OS upgrades often. Still love XP when I can get it. btw- At work, we're still in cost cutting (e.g. "savings") mode so I haven't had a desktop upgrade since I got there 3yrs ago. I suspect the economy is playing a major role here as well.