there is an interesting discussion going on over at eric nelson's blog. why? simple, here's the title of the post:
Time to move on from MSDE to SQL Server 2005 Express (you do want to run on Windows Vista - don't you?)
eric has great points about the reasons for sql 2005 express edition (which is still free and has better features), but i have to admit, i winced at the decision myself...the comments are very interesting to read.
tags: msde, sql server express, sql server 2005, sse