Request comparison of relative strenths of the various journaling file systems

[Mel Roman]

Hi:

I've been using linux for a couple of years now, although 
I still consider myself a newbie.  I had always used ext2 
up until now, but I've heard a lot in this newsgroup (and
 others) about ReiserFS, ext3, and XFS.   I've done  a 
little reading on the web re: journaling filesystems.  I'm 
sold on the concept and have decided to go with a 
journaling filesystem when I upgrade my Mandrake system.

I understand that ReiserFS, ext3, and XFS all have their
pros and cons, but I haven't seen anythings that lists what
those pros and cons are.  What are the advantages of one 
over the others?  Which would you recommmend?  Why?  Which
would you stay away from?  Why?

Thanks in advance for your thoughts.

Mel