Thank you! I recall the whole command thi g didn't work 2.5 months ago. I will try this tomorrow and see. If not might do the option 2. I have a friend who's also who recycles tech and told me some months go that he might be a good source to buy a machine. Will reach out to you too ask see what makes most sense.  

 Welcome! Oh good to know about the command line. Yes, I would be happy to help get you a machine that runs good Bitcoin software without all the fuss.