I installed Windows 8 on my laptop ($40) in an effort to stay current. Even if I don’t like the results.
First off, it was an HP and it didn’t go so well, looking at HP’s website, they don’t have drivers. So, doing this wasn’t a great idea.

I didn’t like the user interface at first – and probably would say I still don’t – but I understand it! Its about getting things done, not about the computer. Your mail is right there, your internet is right there, etc. It’s NOT a hobbiest, techno fan operating system – it’s the operating system for your mother who just wants to do things.