For those who think that Windows is easier to “install” than Linux read about what it tkaes to get a new laptop where you want it here: http://www.nedbatchelder.com/blog/20051231T204200.html
For those who think windows handles wireless better than linux:

Get the wireless to work. Windows won’t find my wireless network, but the Intel software does. Whatever

While this isn’t a complete virgin install of Windows, it points out how much work actually goes into setting up a new computer, even with Windows pre-installed. 😀