InDesign CS4 or CS5?

For work, I use a PC and currently have the CS4 Web version which does not include InDesign. I need input on ordering InDesign CS4 vs CS5.
We are now looking to buy InDesign and was wondering if I should stick with CS4 since that is the version of the other programs I have or if I should go ahead and get CS5 for InDesign since it is the newest version.
Will there be any errors between the two versions...working with Illustrator CS4, Photoshop CS4 and InDesign CS5? If so, what types of errors will there be? I'd like to make a pretty quick decision so any input you can give, I'd really appreciate!
Thanks!!

Despite Scott's usual cynicism , buying the full version of InDesign will cost you more than upgrading your CS4 Web suite to CS5 Design Premium.
Standalone InDesign CS5 is $670
Design Premium upgrade (Windows) is $580 at Amazon: http://amzn.to/bNBkmF. Mac: http://amzn.to/a8NT7A
I have an article on my website on why I think Design Premium is the best choice: http://www.theindesignguy.com/purchase-advice.shtml
Hope that helps,
Bob

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