Here's something you haven't thought of (and I'm guessing with such a closed mind, it may have been some time since you even HAD an original thought... that someone else didn't give you!!). Most modern systems are x64 compatible. x64 hardware allows the use of a x64 operating system (not just Windows, before someone screams Fanboi!!). A x64 OS means far greater stability, security and performance - no matter what your choice in OS.
So in all honesty - no matter what you think of Intel's actual motives - there is actually very good reason to keep to healthy upgrade cycles.
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