Ann, I know that finances are usually a consideration. When you have the money, you can get a useable XP machine for $500 or less.
Also, regarding the files on your current PC, you can get an external hard drive in a case that connects through USB. Heck, these are down to about $100. Or get a memory stick. As long as you have one USB port working, you can transfer all of your files to a new machine. Joe -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net