Without networking? What are you talking about? XP Home supports networking just fine. It's just limited to the number of connections it can make. EDIT: It just can't join domains.
Really? I don't think I've ever had to show ID to cash a money order. Maybe I'm wrong. I have a couple to deposit on Monday so I'll know for sure. In PA btw.
Maybe he didn't think about running Linux. Maybe he has bought into the FUD that Microsoft has been spreading about Linux, as apparantly many of you in this thread have. It is only a suggestion. There is no need for all of the panty bunching the moment Linux is mentioned.
Fair enough.
Why...
When I see someone is running a business on the machine I automatically think "stay away from Windows" as sensitive information would likely be stored on the machine. Hell, a mac may actually suit his needs better. We don't know because the OP has yet to come back and answer any of our...