"Additionally, a large portion of the $854 million in aid offered went uncollected, including over $400 million in oil (almost 50%) "
Note the word uncollected.
The USA is not without aid from other countries. It may seem like it at times .
Linux is not Windows First thing to understand. Ubuntu uses .deb files for easiest install If you go to Applications,Add/Remove and click . Then where is says Show click the All Applications This will bring up a box that asks if you want to add other package sources click yes. It will update...
You can turn off the Java base to speed up open office. A few other tweeks make it fast(search the net). Funny OO is compatible with ALL OS's............MSO.....NOT.
If it has a light cross country model CRF450x no light MotoX CRF450r . High maintenance bikes. Use good oil......I mean good,and change it often. . They are a short life bike, look at the service intervals. Keep an eye on valve clearances .Some had a tendency to pull valves(through the head).