I like the fact that the upgrade is cheaper but I also like to have the full install CD's in case something happens. I currently have Vista Ultimate 64-bit. 

I'm sticking with the RC1 until February 2010. Once that expires, I'll probably get the full copy myself.

Always get the full copy of Windows. NEVER buy the upgrade.

Buy the full version. Upgrades are nothing but trouble, especially if you want to reinstall ever.

I've been living off of OEM upgrade versions of Vista without problems (I've even been able to activate well more than one is supposed to be able to, with so many reinstalls). I got the upgrade to Windows 7 for $50... and nothing is going to beat that price.

Have an OEM Version of Vista and will buy an OEM Version of 7 most likely. Prefer not doing the upgrade method as I need a fresh install anyway. Kinda pissed that I bought a copy of Vista a year ago though...

Also there are Retail Copies, OEM Copies and Upgrade versions of the OS. OEM will be cheaper but will lock to your motherboard; you can always call up Microsoft to get another activation code if you upgrade or fry your motherboard just a hassle.

if your going to get a new PC, always get the full version of a OS. Then do a clean install. IT will delete everything on your Hard drive but it easier to troubleshoot this way.

I agree with others that the full version is the way to go.  Upgrade means you have to have a copy of Vista installed in order to do the upgrade option, which will cost you a lot of time if anything goes wrong.  If you have the money to spare go with the full version; otherwise, I would suggest making an image of a clean install for 7 once you use an upgrade so avoid the hassle of  installing vista for future use.  Backup software is a lot cheaper than buying the full version.

^ That and you'll eventually be able to slipstream most likely. As well I was told you can install Vista/XP without an install already using the upgrade disk just needed to swap i nthe VIsta/XP disk when prompted to or something. I would go OEM rather than retail personally but they aren't out yet and I am not paying 300 bucks for Windows 7 after I dropped 110 for Vista for a year and a half.

Like Vista, Windows 7 Upgrades CAN BE USED FOR A FRESH/CLEAN  INSTALL.

From what I know of, there will only be one copy of the windows 7 disk. Because they are doing a true "upgrade anytime", all versions of windows will be on one disk. So reinstalling from the "upgrade" disk will be the same as any other disk, because they're all the same. Even if you can't reinstall with the upgrade, who cares? Just download/burn a copy of the install disk and use your legit key. Works the exact same as buying the install disk, but it's free. So I would definately say to get the upgrade. You can preorder it now for like half price.

Full version, god knows how many times the Install CD has saved me for going crazy.

I got upgrade and just do the workaround by installing with no key, and then run the install on that OS install.

" I got upgrade and just do the workaround by installing with no key, and then run the install on that OS install. "

So is 7 really worth it?

" @Xelloss:@Xelloss said:

" I got upgrade and just do the workaround by installing with no key, and then run the install on that OS install. "

Or once the first install is done, just click "register" and call it a day?  You don't need a copy of XP on the machine to use a Vista Upgrade disk, nor a Windows 7 upgrade disk.   [i have a vista upgrade disk, and it works great for clean installs, and i've read the same for win7] "