New computer purchase hinges on use of XP on Mac

I'm in the market for a new laptop, preferably a Mac that will run XP (and potentially Vista in the near future?).
My specific need is to be able to occassionally run Windows XP, make a wireless Internet connection (WEP password entry may be required), and then run a CISCO VPN software connection to my network at work, and finally connect to my office PC using Windows Remote Desktop connection. Will this all work using Boot camp and/or Parallels?
I've seen some postings here that indicated that Function keys were not working under some method? I would need Function keys as part of my Remote Desktop session, as I use a mainframe emulator (Rumba) that requires them.
It would be great to be able to use only one laptop, but I'm reluctant to buy the Mac and go through all the setup only to find out I need a PC laptop for office connection as well!
Words of advice (or comfort) appreciated.
Thanks!
G5 Dual 180 Mac OS X (10.3.7)

I finally was able to get a copy of the OS X version of the Cisco VPN software, and once installed, I was able to use Mac version of RDC successfully on our G5 machine!
I've now ordered my new Mac Pro 15" with confidence that it will easily handle my needs. Thanks for the help!

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