Is it just too slow?

My old Sony (ICK!) computer is truly a slug, but it does most of what I need.
Itis a PIII-800, 512mb, 128 video, XP with latest attempts to make it secure. I also use Antivir, Spybot and AdAware
Some video just won't play correctly. Namely Youtube. Jumping picture, freeze frame, non-synchronous sound, the usual.
And I haven't even tried Netflix streaming because I don't have a box for that yet.
Is this thing just plain too slow for the newest stuff? I don't use it for games.
What is the minimum I need considering I don't expect to be alive this time next year.
Rhino Guy, tough old B'tard with failing heart, liver, lungs and kidneys and a prewar Cadillac that is slower than me and my stuff.

 

Welcome to MG Rhinoguy:wave Are you on a DUN (dial-up connection) or a hi-speed one? Most DUN's won't play U-tube videos, as the connection is too S-L-O-W, so if you are on a DUN, you are not alone in the video dept. Welcome to the club.

If you are on a hi-speed one, then that is another question for one who is more versed in that area.. Me, I am a DUN....rolleyes

That much I do know, and someone else will be along with more info for you. Have a look around, and you might even find some good info you can use.

 

Welcome to Majorgeeks ,

XP with SP3 is much heavier on resources than previous versions.

How about trying one of the Linux distros, they may be able to breath some life back into it.

 

Welcome!

When was the last time you did a format and complete reload of XP? If it has been several years you would see at least a temporary increase in speed from a fresh install.

 

DSL speed (claimed by speedtest.net) is 1.6M download. I have never re-installed XP because the machine came with no disks (RIP CompUSA).
I can't add more RAM, dang it. Nowhere to put it! Video on MB. Time to pitch the machine, after I get all my Pictures off the hard drive.
I will probably buy a used machine from Intrex, they REALLY stand by their gear.

I have visited this site many times and never posted, but I must say I have found LOTS of real help here reading old posts. And some of the WOT videos are hysterical!

Thanks folks!

 

Here's a discussion on some refurbished systems that should do the job for streaming Video at quite reasonable prices as your net speed looks fine:

http://forums.majorgeeks.com/showthread.php?t=207281

It seems apparent the PC is struggling.