Alright I already like it here. Windows 8 was built and formated for touchscreen devices such as tablets, phones, and those poorly designed touchscreen pc's and thus windows 7 is a far more efficent OS for a non-touchscreen capable pc.
Just wanted to pop up and say hello. RC-01/207 Reporting for duty. Not really quite sure of what all to put in here but if you have any questions feel free to ask.
Personally I say start with a PS4 close to after launch. Xbox one went through a lot of changes late into development that may cause some unforseen issues later on. I know personally I am going for PS4 a few months after launch and then get an Xbox one once halo is released. the ps4 is cheaper and though it is nearly the same hardware wise the processor of the PS4 is stronger and faster then that of the Xbox one. Also historically the Playstation family has had higher grade hardware then that of the Xbox family. which I take into consideration.