I know but I can’t find the documentation to see if I was elgible for the free upgrade. aarrgh
Go back to the store and ask about the upgrade. I see even Wal-Mart is offering it. If they fluff you off, contact Microsoft.
Check the mfg’s website.
When I bought my XP laptop a couple of years ago, I was eligible for a VISTA upgrade, via the manufacturer’s website.
[I declined the upgrade then, because it was $40 and I had already heard too many tales of woe regarding VISTA.]