Security updates stop next month. I access some legitimate sites that I do business with I just assume not have my info hacked. That and the fact the browser compatibility with them is getting a tad bit difficult sometimes.
What programs and stuff do you need this computer for that you can’t live without?
Printer, access to Humana's website, the drug store, a few medical specialty supply venues, access to take care of other personal business.
Do you have a Linux live disc?
No.
I am not sure you have enough memory to run Windows 7 or 8. It might be okay to keep XP and load up Linux when you go online.
For what I do 7 or 8 should work. I tried a Linux disk once. I could not for the life of me figure out how to get it to work with dial up. For that matter I have an old Compaq with XP on it I could put Linux on but unless I could go on line what's the point?
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