Why change? Myself I would add some more RAM if possible and just use it as-is. The only other OS I would use is Windows 2000. Linux is another option, you may not find all the software you need though. For Linux I find Ubuntu very idiot-proof.
Before you install something make a note of the XP licence key, there are free utilities for this. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -------------------------------------------------- From: "Kurt" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > I am looking for another OS to used on a older laptop. > Laptop is 1ghz,256mgs ram, and a 40gig hd,dvd/cd reader. Right now it > has XP(came with it)on, and thought I would try something else.