I got a mailer from Dell that says I can upgrade to XP for like $79 or $89 from ME that came on my Dimension 8100 purchased earlier this yr.  I signed up for a download of the Beta Ver 2, but with my available modem connection never could get into their server before the deadline to download it.  Haven't decided yet whether I'll fork out the $$ for the upgrade or not, but will have to make up my mind soon, as I believe the offer expires in 2 wks.  If anyone has any comments on the final release version pls post.  I was somewhat disappointed with ME, I think 98SE worked much better, at least I didn't have any problems locating drivers or running game apps on it.  But like the earlier poster said I like to be current & up to date on what's out there.