I can't get my really old desktop to work any more. I bought it almost 6 years ago. It was upgraded about 4 years ago. It won't recognize the mouse or the monitor... and it had windows 98 OS. I can do most everything I need with my laptop. It sure would be nice to work on pictures with a big screen though.

Keep a good eye on that housekeeper of yours. Too many rise's could cause trouble for an old man like you...lol lol lol.
Of course is does go with your stock and trade...;)
FM
Most laptops have VideoOut and KeyboardIn connectors. You can hook up a large monitor and a conventional keyboard. Close the top on the laptop, and you can pretend you are using a full sized machine. For you that might be a better option (more cost effective) than upgrading your desktop system.