I just got this laptop last week and I have to say I'm very impressed with it! Mine is very similar to the one reviewed, except it has a 120 GB HD instead of 160GB, has fingerprint reader and Windows Vista Ultimate (64-bit version).

The smaller screen is a plus for me, as I use it heavily during classes do take notes. The optional touch screen is a great feature, but I have to agree that it's not as responsive as I would expect. And may I just say that I absolutely love the touch pad, it has a nicer feel to it than the ones we generally see on other laptops.

To Bill: Windows Vista has been working pretty well for me, although I did have to upgrade some of the programs that I use. I believe you either need Windows Vista Business or Ultimate to fully use remote desktop connection though. I enjoy the added security features in Ultimate, such as Bitlocker Encryption and utilities like complete backup. Besides, with Ultimate you get Windows Ultimate Extras, which like the name says, are little extra features that Microsoft has been releasing through Windows Update only for Ultimate users. They range from language packs and a Bitlocker preparation wizard to fun but not so useful things as a Hold em poker game and Dreamscene, a feature that lets you use looped videos as your desktop background.

Right now HP has a $150 instant rebate on the tx1000 and 35% off on Windows Vista Ultimate, you might want to check that out.

For a while I used SplashID on my Zire72 and synched it to my old laptop, but I haven't yet installed the software on my new laptop or the app in my Centro. So nowadays I'm relying on scattered notes on a secure folder in my laptop. Not the best practice, I know.