You just may have hit the nail on the head. I noticed Joan's response,
but have never had a problem logging onto a secure server. Even logging
into my employer's computers to check my e-mail at work. And that
requires a double password, one from my electronic tether.

As you may well surmise, I am not a geek as far as Linux goes. I was
thrilled that it was so simple to install (by burning an ISO file on a
CD and then booting it) and is so easy to use. It really seems quite
simple, even to an old fuddy-duddy like myself (64 years old and almost
ready to choose the health plan when I turn 65 in not many months. I
tell everyone I'm only 40 - neglecting, of course, to mention that
number is in hexadecimal LOL.

I'll check as I do have Open Office.

My only regret is not having heard of this group earlier. Thanks a
million for the responses. What a great start to a new year!