Well, if I ever needed incentive for switching to Linux, this may be it on the horizon.
May I recommend Ubuntu/Kubuntu? I burned the ISO myself and installed it on my second hard drive. Installation and setup went flawlessly. It found all of my old hardware. The installation included a browser, Open Office, and all of the programs a person needs to begin with. Although I'm really a Windows person and need help "crossing over," the interface is very friendly. Adept makes downloading and installing updates and new software as easy as any Windows installation.