I had noticed no articles in YBM, as well.
He was having computer trouble this time last year. Does he need money for a computer? Something to simply check email and write is real cheap but will probably need to be upgraded or replaced within a couple years because it will already be a poor performer and can't keep up with ever increasing demands on the hardware. About $500 gets something pretty decent and $1000 will get something that is significant overkill for most people BUT should perform well for the next 5 - 10 years for an average person, with a basic understanding of computer security and maintenance.
I'm sure we can come up with a fund if he needs one, for all he does.
Lawrenceville, GA