Good post splitterpoint. Become good with what you have and have fun doing it. Sure, you will run into druggers that spoil it occasionally, but most players are learning as well. Learn to watch the tactics of other players, and then improve upon them.

Linux is, by far, the best way to go for speed and security. Have been using it since you had to remember monitor refresh rates just to install it. Now, it's just pop in the CD and install. Really love having all of the free software available for use. And like WhiteKnight, use Virtual Box when Windows has to be used. Currently running Fedora 17 64-bit.

To be as good as the AlphaPro...lol.