Yeah…I can see where you’re coming from…It really sucks when issues with the computer prevents you from accomplishing certain things…
One idea is to try to use a Virtual Machine in which you could install another Operating System (e.g. Mac OS X, or another version of Windows). I know that this is not an easy thing to do, but thought i’d throw it in there just in case…
In terms of good tutorials that guide you through the process…Have you tried THIS ONE? (click on the link)
Also here’s another post on troubleshooting Particle CLI on Windows…HERE