I started up mine from Walmart, same thing. There is a bunch of junk you need to go through in the beginning. It seems a little slow but my other two computers are duel core so I can't really compare them. It's not that slow though. Don't think I could use it as my only computer, but if it was all I had I guess I'd have to wouldn't I? It will be fine for DS10, he will love it! :)