Judy, you can change the name of the computer, if you have XP, by right clicking on My Computer and selecting Manage. Then there are all sorts of options there You can reassign drive letters, change the computer name, etc.

Check out http://MajorGeeks.com and you can search on their forums for the answer to just about anything. Conversely, you can google whatever question you have, but I guarantee that MajorGeeks will pop up several times under hits that you get.

At least you HAVE a computer and don't have to go to a cafe or the library. As for when you get the tiny computer, I recommend that you also get yourself a wireless USB keyboard and mouse to make computing life easier. Typing on those small keys might make you a little nuts. If you can swing it, an additional monitor is a good idea, too. That way when you are using it at home it's almost like having a true desktop. But you can simply take the notebook (sans keyboard, mouse and monitor) when you are out of the house. That's what I have done. You could even pick up a used monitor on Craig's List or Ebay, but flat panels are now only around $150 for a decent size...brandy new.

Just something to think about. Sometimes good things come in little packages. My laptop is much more powerful than the custom built desktop that Joe has and his is only one year older than mine. Both were "state of the art" (as much as we could afford at the time).

My doctor's nurse uses a little computer like you talk about, but she has to use a little pencil-like thing to type info into it. That would drive me bonkers!

Good luck. And if I can help you further with your changing the name on your current unit, PM me or send me an email. Just look at my profile.