yes . . fully agree.
grab a 'pre-loved' laptop - install LUbuntu on it - its easier than installing Windowz.
PScan just works well on this little ol'laptop.
You really don't need to be a linux nerd, just a brief bit of re-adjustment.
For you apple folk its probaly less of a transition.
No I'm not a PC wizard - a friend pointed me to this some years ago - never looked back.