XP Pro Upgrade or full version?

I am thinking of upgrading an older PC by adding hardware and software and
installing XP Pro. I now am using Win98SE and wonder which way to go. What
would be best and reasons why not just upgrade.
Thank you very much.

Regards.

ModelMan


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