Originally Posted By: mike_m
I know you said you are fed up with Dell, but the Dell Outlet has some options at decent prices. I have purchased a few systems through the outlet and have been satisfied. Also, Vista isn't that bad once you get used to and will likely come on any system you purchase, you can always wipe it and install XP when you get the system though assuming you have the XP software.

http://www.dell.com/content/segmenter.aspx?c=us&l=en&s=dfo


I'm with Mike_m on this one, Dell Outlet has some unbeatable deals on systems (defn: I can't build an equivalent PC for less $ from newegg or fry's). Its a bit late but I recommend you purchase a service option for your next PC, while it may double your outlay a. it will still cost less than a Mac :-) and b. if your PC goes on the fritz Dell sends a local tech to your home to triage, replace or repair. My disclaimer: I've never bought the service option myself but it has worked well for one distant aunt who reads email but can't deal with the innards of a PC. Nor do we expect her to.