Ha! You know I only use torrents to download the latest distro's of linux. So I'm not a pirate. Yarrrr!

I'm using my netbook to use the ELM5 Compact, it comes with OBDWIZ which is registered and ready to go. I think it's a well worth investment. It will run on any laptop running windows xp and above....

http://www.amazon.com/ElmScan-5-Comp.../dp/B002XVEW62

can't beat the price, and it's all compatible with other obdII software. I even tested the obdII scanner on my buddies 2009 Civic. It pulled everything from o2 readings to the Vin number.