I'm looking for a budget-friendly laptop solution specifically for my mom, who only needs it for simple word processing—no internet access required. She has dementia, so it needs to be incredibly user-friendly, and I want to ensure she can't accidentally delete the software. Ideally, I'd like to create a setup similar to a child profile to keep it simple for her. While I'm okay with setting things up once I buy a laptop, I'm hoping to find out if this is even doable before making a purchase. We're all out of town, so it should be as straightforward as possible. Also, I'm aiming to keep the costs low since she may not use it as much as she thinks.
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A Chromebook could be a great choice for this! They’re relatively inexpensive and user-friendly. Plus, you can set things up so that there’s no internet access, making it perfect for focusing on just typing. You could even get a used one on sites like eBay for a really low price!
Can you restrict internet access on a Chromebook? I’d assume that’s possible.
Have you considered looking at vintage word processors? They can be very affordable and ideal for straightforward typing tasks. You can generally find them for cheap on eBay as well.
Are those available in a laptop format or just desktops? She prefers to sit on her bed, so a laptop would be better.
Exactly! I found a used Chromebook for just $20 online. Totally worth checking out!