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Since my laptops screen is dead and now I have like back pain from crouching to the tv to much, (S-VIDEO) Im looking for a cheap pc that will last me like 6 months that can handle games like cs without crashing. I only have about $300-400 and came across this.

http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=5673669

Key Features & Benefits:
#     Via Technologies C7-D processor
    Energy-efficient design operates at 1.5 GHz
#     512 MB DDR2 system memory
    Offers substantial capability and is expandable to 2 GB
#     80 GB hard disk drive
    Provides enough space for documents, games, photos and music
#     DVD+/-RW drive with double-layer support
    Burn your own DVDs and CDs for data and entertainment
#     10/100 Mbps Ethernet LAN
    Lets you connect to a network or broadband Internet devices
#     Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic Edition
    The latest Microsoft operating system that lets you do more on your laptop


Additional Features:

    * 17" CRT Monitor
    * Graphics: VIA Chrome9 HC IGP
    * Audio: high definition with microphone and line inputs<
    * Ethernet: 10/100Mbps LAN with RJ-45 port
    * Fax/modem: built-in 56k v.92 with RJ-11 telephone jack
    * External ports: six USB 2.0 (2 front, 4 back), external VGA, parallel, 2 PS/2 (keyboard and mouse)
    * Input devices: 2-button scrolling mouse and 104-key multi-function keyboard
    * Software: CyberLink Power DVD6, CyberLink Power2Go, Norton Internet Security 2007 (90-day subscription service included)
    * Computer measurements: 14.25" x 6.75" x 16"

Hard Drive Size:
   
80 GB
System RAM:
   
512 MB
Operating System:
   
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic
Processor
Type:
   
VIA C7-D 1.5 GHz
Storage
Hard Drive:
   
1 x 80 GB - standard - ATA-100 - 7200 rpm
Operating System / Software
Software:
   
Norton Internet Security 2007 (90 days subscription), CyberLink DVD Suite
Graphics Controller
Graphics Processor / Vendor:
   
VIA Chrome9 HC
Expansion / Connectivity
Expansion Slots Total (Free):
   
1 ( 0 ) x processor ¦ 2 ( 1 ) x memory - DIMM 240-pin ¦ 1 PCI Express x16
Mouse
Technology:
   
Ball
Card Reader
Supported Flash Memory Cards:
   
CompactFlash Card type I, CompactFlash Card type II, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Microdrive, MultiMediaCard, SD Memory Card, SmartMedia Card
Miscellaneous
Compliant Standards:
   
RoHS
Dimensions
Width:
   
6.7 in
Height:
   
15.6 in
Depth:
   
14.3 in

For about 348 US.

Thanks

I you're only going to use it for 6 months i would go for a second hand one.

I dont understand so is it worth it? I will probably use it more...

What i meant is if you're searching PC that doesn't have to be high end and must most importantly be cheap, then you're better of most of the time getting a nice second hand one (with higher specs) for an even cheaper price.

But yeah, i guess the one above is worth it's price. Note: Very cheap hardware for a very cheap price.

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Great tdo you think it will handle games like counterstrike without crashing and overheating?

No, you can get a much better deal than that . I wouldn't get Vista Home Basic either, you're best off getting an XP machine, it's cheaper and your not facing limitations.

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Originally posted by absorbation
No, you can get a much better deal than that (Smilie). I wouldn't get Vista Home Basic

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Where could i get a better deal? Is ebay the way? Do you have an example of a better deal?

lol, try taking it without Vista, that will slice the price in half.
other than that, it sounds like a not so powerful, but nice computer.

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Originally posted by Steven

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Originally posted by MenthiX
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Great tdo you think it will handle games like counterstrike without crashing and overheating?

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Never used VIA x86s, but.. have you ever heard of a VIA overheating?

worse: http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/SearchTool...No=1907613&CatId=6
better: http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/SearchTool...No=2983681&CatId=6

both are cheaper but come with no monitors

(prices are in cad)