Refurbished doesn't mean out of date! This computer is perfect for a family computer. My 7 and 9 year old grandkids live with me. The 9 year old/fourth grader has needed to do online research for two years now...the 7 year old/second grader is growing  into the time he will need it. The computer is fast and good quality. I'm a bit of a techy so I know my computers. We are very pleased with the purchase and there is no need to spend three or four times the money on a brand new unit since this one is just as good. It's not a gaming computer so I gave only 4 stars but it's good enough for the kids to play Roblox and Minecraft with.