I went from Windows98 to WindowsME but not by choice. WindowsME was already loaded on my new machine. I have never had nor do I have any experience with Window98SE. But the main problem I had with WindowsME was that it has yet to accept my HP Scanner. It was working fine with Windows98, but has not worked with WindowsME. I had to turn off a bunch of programs running the the background with WindowsME. If you don't, it will sure slow your system down. I have also recently bought a Microsoft Optical Intellimouse. I have yet to get it to work with WindowsME either. I have had fewer crashes with WindowsME, but it may be because my new computer is much more powerful than my older one. If I had had my wishes, I would have stayed with Windows98, but just a personal opinion. Susan Hays *************************************original message******************************** I have a choice between reloading a PC with WIN98SE or WinME. This note is to solicit considered opinions as to whether I will realize significant benefits between the two. Emotionally I am inclined towards a "newer is better" mindset but some folks Ive asked that know more than I seem to feel the benefits ME offeres over 98SE are minimal. Is one more stable than the other? Your Thoughts? The NOSPIN Group provides a monthly newsletter with great tips, information and ideas: NOSPIN-L, The NOSPIN Magazine Visit our web site to signup: http://freepctech.com