Janie...those basic specs would probably keep you ok for quite awhile considering what you are likely to use it for.. I still don't feel ok about Dell generally, but obviously they keep a lot of folks happy. 160 GB is quite decent,,, Those specs indicate it could handle streaming media ok.

You 'might' get just as good a deal on some other brand, and specials come & go rapidly...there will be another tomorrow. If you must order online, it makes little difference......if you had any stores near, I would suggest you look for a similar deal where you can beat on the counter if you have a problem, but that's not an option for everyone.

I think you can get most everything you need for about that $700...then look at the free programs to fill out the rest.