I read an article online that mentioned refurbished computers as a good choice if you want an XP system. Apparently they've been scrubbed, repaired (if needed), and are as good as new (possibly a few cosmetic blemishes). Any that are not "A" class are shipped for overseas sales, so the refurb units available in the US are all "A" class. Apparently all the big manufacturers (Dell, Lenovo, HP, etc) offer refurbished units.

I will definitely consider one for my next PC after reading the article...had never even thought of it before!

Emily