A few nights ago I said goodbye to Windows XP Media Center Edition. We had some good times together, but unfortunately, she couldn't give me what I wanted. So I'm back to Windows Server 2003. In fact, part of the reason I switched was to test my application with Service Pack 1 before its impending release. But there are other reasons I prefer 2003, not the least of which is IIS 6.0. And I've found some good TV apps that work with my eHome Wonder card perfectly well. I haven't decided which to use yet, as I've been too busy. But I'll post more on that once I have some more free time.
I debated going with the x64 release, but in the end decided against it. I'm very much of mixed feelings there. I won't know if it will live up to my expectations until I try it. With RC2 out now I'm even more tempted. But I don't even know if ActiveSync works in 64-bit land, let alone my TV card. Hopefully all of that stuff is being worked on.