Wow, why does Windows XP Retail cost so much more than OEM? =/ bummer. Even vista Basic retail is cheaper than XP Home SP2 retail. I have SP2 on my PC and have "Blocked" it from updating to SP3.
Do i Need to buy a Sp2 version of XP retail?
My father and his GF won't split on the mobo/CPU... sucks since they want 300$+ worth of things... Maybe this year I'll finally help them remember its not about getting what you want, its about family, and loving your family

(although I failed at this last year, they gave me dirty looks when I got them Thoughtful gifts and put my feelings into it)