Hi Frank have seen these laptops in action with coastal explorer program. Not a computer wiz by any stretch. Looking to purchase a unit for spring trip from Plattsburgh NY to Oswego NY. Used to Windows 7 and 2007 Excel and Word. Please send email info to jjschaferjr2006@yahoo. Took me awhile to find you. First saw your post more than a year ago. Had no need then but island studded lakes, canals and rivers have changed view. thanks Joe