HP printer driver in linux vs windows

I had problem with my HP deskjet 1000 on linux. As usual the cartridge was injected. I tried to print something but there was no response, neither error message nor mechanical movement. Then I switched into windows XP to see if there was anything wrong with my linux configuration. Voila, the driver gave an error message, the cartridge was not configured for this printer. Fine, a message at least, don't know whether it is correct or not. update: It turns out that the message was correct, the printer works perfectly after I change the cartridge!
Conclusion: HP still gives windows better driver, even an old OS such as XP.