[Zenst]

Interesting read though why can't Microsoft just tell me that my CPU or HD or memory is borking and suggest I RMA it instead of saying everytime - have you applied the latest updates, which I get to click unhelpful.

Most important thing in a PC I have found for reliability above everything else is a good PSU, realy does make a difference on the hardware side as you give your kit cleaner power. Add UPS/surge protector and you can double the lifetime of kit. Least from experience I've had it has been noticable.