The most important is that you can always have a rescue disk with you.
Many people has always its iPod (or mp3 player) with them. You don't need to look for that rescue CD, just connect the iPod you have in your pocket:)
Of course, the probability of needing a rescue disk is low (specially if your OS is not Windoze).
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In my opinion, HP should work improving the quality of their own products instead of selling the best products of other companies.
HP decision to stop selling iPods is going to affect negatively their brand. Apple noted that HP is responsible for supporting the iPods that it sold.
The most important is that you can always have a rescue disk with you. Many people has always its iPod (or mp3 player) with them. You don't need to look for that rescue CD, just connect the iPod you have in your pocket :)
Of course, the probability of needing a rescue disk is low (specially if your OS is not Windoze).