none of them know sheit about computers. someone asked me what i was doing, i just said 'i think the computer might be the problem, not the printer' and they went away. if they knew anything about computers they wouldn't be throwing them out. its more than powerful enough for web browsing/word processing and that's all they need

edit: i forgot something,

when i was opening up the computer, i grounded myself against the frame. it felt greasy and slightly sticky. i thought it might just be some residue but i think it was a security measure. my fingers have now been stained black. I think its to help police find a thiefes who could have 'borrowed' components from the computers, like me.I've tried washing it off but its a real bitch. so far I've got one finger relatively clean.