I needed a new laptop because Microsoft discontinued support for window 7. My Dell was a dinosaur. I got it used and had it almost 6 years. this one starts up instantly. wow. people complain these inexpensive laptops are slow. compared to the old one...heck, no!  I have no complaints but then again, my needs are few and simple.  also, I did research and this laptop made the top ten for the price. no regrets.