I never thought I would say this but since I bought a new laptop recently with 7 on it and have gotten somewhat familiar with it XP is like my old truck... It took me many miles and I'm greatful but I sure ain't complainin' about the features the new truck has that just were not available when the old truck was new.

My point is why not go ahead and take the plunge and get 7 while you're upgrading. That is if the machine will run it.