Brian,

Ask yourself if you think Billye understood everything you were saying. I do not really disagree with what you are saying about dual-boot, at least as it applies to folks with some technical skills and knowledge. As I have said to others here, my recommendations are based on what I think is best for her. And I just don't think that the dual-boot system you are talking about makes sense for her. I could easily be wrong. I do feel sure that from this discussion she will know if she wants to go this way or not.

Frankly, I do not understand why you keep making statements about Vista. You admit that you know very little about it, yet you are quite willing to make recommendations to her about what she should do. Some others here have been guilty of the same thing. Just ask yourself, if this was a medical treatment, would you be so willing to make such a recommendation based on what you know?

Why is it that everyone who dabbles in computers thinks they know what is best for someone else? I have seen so many mis-statements, it is just disheartening. I have tried to steer away from getting into direct arguments as it just deflects away from the real purpose - to help Billye. But I would be glad to debate you about this, but how about in another place?

I will respond to questions from Billye, or make other comments that I think will be helpful for her. I will not enter into debate in this thread.

rafi