Tom, I could send you two 'live' linux CDs in case you do not get a new computer. One disc is for 32 bit, the other 64 bit. I have Linux Mint on my old Acer laptop and it still works great!! Linux Mint is very fast and easy to install. You can install it side by side with the Windows part of your hard drive. It's called duel booting.
I went to school in Olean, NY years ago and we were practically neighbors, so if I could help in any way feel free to ask.
Good luck,
Jackie
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