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Can I replace Touchwiz with vanilla Android?

I'm probably going to get a Captivate (switching from iPhone :)) and I want to know if I can install stock Android on the phone, and how. Do I have to root the phone? Can I install Froyo or do I have to wait for Samsung to update the phone? If I install stock 2.1, do I still get the OTA update?
 

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