Bullpucky, Rockitz, the prices I quoted are prices that were taken from the Internet of actual legal copies of the software offered for sale on the day I made the post. OSX has NEVER sold for $180-200. I invite anyone to go to
to see what prices OSX is being sold for. $129.00 as I said. Then do a search for Windows XP Professional, both original install and upgrade install, then search for OEM prices and you will find MY prices are legit, not Rockitz.
Of course I can have the last word on this because I actually did the research and know what I am talking about. By the way, I don't appreciate being told I make up things, especially by someone who has.
Here is just one example of Windows XP Professional OEM sale price. The also include the manufacturer's suggested retail prices of $199.00
The regular price is $135 and they have it on sale at $129. But please note that it is restricted sale to Original Manufactures (Box Builders) only.
I suspect you have no idea of what the license for OEM software from Microsoft requires so here is a link to download the license for your edification:
The challenge is now in your court to find the legitimate prices (not pirated software) that you quoted. You won't.
I stand by my figures and have legit sources for everyone of them. You don't.
I found my prices on pricescan.com, if you care to look. Nonetheless as I stated in my previous post it doesn't really matter. Apple soaked the consumer for so long on software prices, the reputation will remain.