I have to replace the thermal compound on my AMD Athlon XP 2500+ (and don't ask why). Given that I have never had to manually apply a new thermal layer myself - should I go for pads or compound. Overclockers stock both. Pads seem easier to use, and given that I am not in the habit of doing this more than I need to, or looking to overclock this system, they seem a better choice. Any comments? Cheers, M.