Originally Posted by
HDQDD
*So* it would be wise to use a non EOL OS. If your primary motivation (which you never mentioned) is price, choose linux (free).
Given his limited internet use, not as unwise as it is for many. I would hope he takes to heart the advice to not use IE after EOL (honestly, it's good advice to avoid IE in general except on sites that absolutely require it), and that he uses a third-party software firewall if on untrusted networks.