Question : Problem: Best computer for $200 - $500

I need to buy a computer for under $500 that is good and fast  for general web browsing, microsoft word storing music and playing video.

Answer : Problem: Best computer for $200 - $500

This is a sale right now on Tiger Direct.  

http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/searchtools/item-Details.asp?EdpNo=4630619&sku=B69-1059&SRCCODE=WEM1909SL&cm_mmc=Email-_-Main-_-WEM1909-_-barebone

It does not include any CD/DVD drive(s) and will have to buy a video card.  Both you can get for under $50 a piece if you want low end.  This is probably the best computer on the market for this price, but it may require some installation which requires a bit of knowledge.  The sale also ends on 4/25.