How much are the usb sticks and where is a reputable place to buy please ?

Haha thanks guys so pretty much pointless getting involved then ? Same for litecoins ?

But can I use an old laptop to mine bitcoins/litecoins and how much $ would I need to invest before I could make 0.5 bitcoins p/w if im getting free electric off my landlord ? Any info or pointers in the right direction would be greatly appreciated.

Great read for a newbie like me

Definately not a good site iv been ripped off with my money I "exchanged" with them so wouldn't bother changing any there if I were you.