I'm going to have to get a new computer before long and I have a decision to make. I can either go with Vista or XP. I have used XP now for around four years or so and I would prefer not to change, but I'm afraid I might have to regardless in a year or so. I am not a computer or technology wiz and have only used Vista a few times now and I didn't like it. I also heard you have to keep updating the darn thing every time you turn on the PC. Now, the only reason why I'm considering to get Vista is I have seen that if someone tries to send me an attachment and they are using the latest MS software, it will not work on my XP powered computer. I have heard a rumor that things I have saved like my word documents will not work on Vista's new programs. If someone could clear that up, I would appreciate it.

My question is do I wait until I absolutely have to change or bite the bullet and take it?