A few months ago Rachael bought an old HP computer at a thrift store for $140. It was a really slow old clunker but she was going to set it up for some kids to use.

I loaded Linux (Fedora core) on it and now it runs faster than her new Compaq Presario with Windows XP. So the poor kids didn't get it.

Linux can be downloaded for free from the internet. Might be a cheaper option than buying a new computer.