hows this computer?

schrode

CAG Veteran
I'm looking to get a new computer and i was wondering how this measures up - will it be worth it? and if its not what should i be looking for in my computer (whats the most important part)

Features
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Key Features & Benefits:
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2.7 GHz AMD Athlon LE processor 1640
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Delivers the power required for multitasking and multimedia
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2 GB of DDR2 system memory
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Offers better performance for today's applications
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250 GB hard drive, 7200 rpm
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Provides plenty of storage space for documents, games, music, photos and videos
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SuperMulti DVD+/-RW drive with double-layer capability
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Lets you burn and play DVDs and CDs for entertainment and data backup
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10/100 Base-T network interface and 56K modem
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Connects to the Internet via DSL, cable or dial-up service
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Vista Home Premium Edition with Windows Media Center and Service Pack 1
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Makes your total computing experience more efficient, more secure and more fun

Tech Specs
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Additional Specifications
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Processor Type: Athlon 64
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Hard Drive Size: 250 GB
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System RAM: 2048 MB
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Operating System: Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium
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Processor
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Type: AMD Athlon LE-1640 / 2.7 GHz
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Cache Memory
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Type: L2 cache
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Installed Size: 512 KB
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RAM
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Installed Size: 2 GB / 4 GB (max)
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Technology: DDR2 SDRAM
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Storage
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Hard Drive: 1 x 250 GB - standard - Serial ATA-300 - 7200 rpm
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Operating System / Software
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OS Provided: Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium
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Software: HP Photosmart Essential, Adobe Reader 8.0, Microsoft Works 9.0, Norton Internet Security 2008 (60 days subscription)
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Graphics Controller
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Type: Integrated
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Graphics Processor / Vendor: NVIDIA GeForce 6150 SE TurboCache supporting 128MB
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Optical Storage
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Type: DVDRW (R DL) / DVD-RAM - Serial ATA
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Read Speed: 40x (CD) / 16x (DVD)
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Write Speed: 40x (CD) / 16x (DVDR) / 8x (DVDR DL)
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Expansion / Connectivity
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Expansion Bays Total (Free): 2 ( 1 ) x front accessible - 5.25" x 1/2H 1 ( 1 ) x front accessible - 3.5" x 1/3H 2 ( 1 ) x internal - 3.5" x 1/3H
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Expansion Slots Total (Free): 2 ( 0 ) x memory - DIMM 240-pin 1 ( 0 ) x processor 2 ( 1 ) x PCI 1 ( 1 ) x PCI Express x16 1 ( 1 ) x PCI Express x1
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Networking
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Networking: Network adapter - integrated
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Modem
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Modem: Fax / modem
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Dimensions
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Product Form Factor: Tower
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Width: 6.7 in
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Height: 16.8 in
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Depth: 14.8 in
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Weight: 21.2 lbs
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More Information
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Model No.: SR5413WM
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Shipping Weight (in pounds): 31.0
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Product in Inches (L x W x H): 23.03 x 19.6 x 9.64
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Warranty: 90-Day HP
 
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