Try an Epson RX595. They usually go on sale at Best Buy for like 99 bucks and use really high quality ink. The cartridges are pretty inexpensive compared to HP and IMHO is a better looking print for photos than most HP's remotely close in price.
Windows movie maker is like Imovie on anti-steroids! I use Sony Vegas when on a PC. Sometimes Premiere. I HATE ...repeat, HATE Avid. It's about as non-user friendly as you can get.
I prefer to edit everything on FCP though. It's intuitive and interacts well with other programs.
Use Firewire. Most of the time, USB ports on cameras are used for either transfering pictures or streaming video. Windows movie maker will let you interact with the camera using firewire.
I agree on the scam belief. If you look at the seller's other auctions, they are selling a 20,000 dollar rifle and a House w/ land in FL. The suspicious thing? The house has $150 shipping charge lol.