LP, that'll also come back to previous OSs installed (if any) which determines whether their IT department is given management of upgrades to a more recent version of Windows.
Seen that often in major companies from 95 / 98 to XP (note NEVER Vista) to W7 without regard to the original hardware supplier.
The setup for a fresh / clean start will be governed by the OS selected and the preferences Paul's wife may have if she's familiar with them. But then, I'm a strong advocate of a physical licenced DVD. And a bloody good recovery program (e.g. Acronis)
Seen that often in major companies from 95 / 98 to XP (note NEVER Vista) to W7 without regard to the original hardware supplier.
The setup for a fresh / clean start will be governed by the OS selected and the preferences Paul's wife may have if she's familiar with them. But then, I'm a strong advocate of a physical licenced DVD. And a bloody good recovery program (e.g. Acronis)