I bought this HP Laptop in March 2011 after my previous laptop died. In general the laptop has done me well the HDD space on it is plenty for most applications and the RAM allows it to run smoothly most of the time. The in built webcam has been very useful to use along side with skype, pre-download onto the laptop, which does mean that is one less expense. One thing to note is the camera does not appear to be HD unlike the screen which is very noticeable. The HD screen makes watching films programmes on it very enjoyable and clear which is in it's favour. One thing to note, on mine, the protective casing around the screen did crack slightly within the first couple of months just from carrying it around the house and has since split in two in the top left hand corner. I am not sure if this was the way i was carrying it or poor materials but I was very disappointed when it noticed it.