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I am in a similar position. I am currently evaluating the various companies. This place has provided me with great quantities of information and made me consider things that weren't on my list. Although it has caused my pondering/research phase to lengthen I don't mind waiting a little longer to make a better decision.
Stay on top of the current discussions here but do research in the tech forum and there is tons of info.
I have excluded a couple of companies from my research for various reasons but will leave them un-named here as my motives may vary from yours.
I have learned there are lots of options from each company and you will see which are more popular/considered required by people here.
I have been browsing here for a couple of months and the people are great! Always ready to provide info or answers.
And I hope you have a sense of humor because this place certainly does.

Happy hunting