In a message dated 9/20/06 1:42:54 PM Eastern Daylight Time, Mcanfora@aol.com writes: Joan, in my opinion, you might consider purchasing a new computer and donating your two older models to an educational institution, thereby getting a tax deduction. It's a win/win situation. Maryellen ------------ Maryellen, How does one get everything cleared from an old computer? I understand just deleting or uninstalling does not clear everything. Joan/Ohio