Can some computer expert tell me if this is a good idea?

I found this ad on craigslist. I don't do anything complicated but I want the internet to move somewhat quickly

Dell Optiplex Pentium 3 1000MHz /

256MB Memory /

40 GIG Hard Drive /

Intel on board Graphics /

Intel on board sound /

10/100 Ethernet for High speed internet via DSL or Cable /

2 USB ports /

High Speed CD-Burner Drive/

Floppy Drive /

Keyboard /

Microsoft Scroll Mouse/

17" Viewsonic Flat Screen CRT Monitor (Dont need the monitor? -$15)

Installed software:

Windows XP Pro with all security updates

Microsoft Office 2003 Pro

Norton Anti Virus Corp Edition fully updated

Nero 6 CD Burning Software

All of the above for $179

Replace 17" with a 19" Dell Monitor +$15

Add 256MB more memory to take it to a full 512MB add +$20

Can some computer expert tell me if this is a good idea?stinger

Add the memory, and it would probably serve you well at that price, but be sure it's on the level. Get a refund policy in case it's D.O.A.

Can some computer expert tell me if this is a good idea?virus scanner

I know where I can get a computer for cheaper than but the Operation System is questionable.