Ok somthing that you might want to try, is since your running XP pro is using the remote desktop help, where you invite someone to your computer. They have the ability to upload and download files from your computer to theres, and theres to yours.
(This feature maynot be in the warez version) But anyway the downside is you have to know someone you really trust and that also has XP pro, or have another computer that your willing to commit to windows. remote desktop help This might be a good solution.

Hey man good luck. I have the same problems and it sucks when you only get two options that you don't want to do.