For some reason i was using another brands coffee pot at work.  After the first one died over a 5 year period, i bought the same coffer maker.  Well it lasted all of 8 months before it died.  So i decided to go with what i know is a good, quality brand and bought the 5-C Coffeemaker.  Totally happy i did and my coffee has never tasted better.  The stainless steel pot makes cleaning and spills easier to manage and ive had no issues.  Thank you Cuisinart for a work place friendly and reliable coffee maker.