update the chipset drivers first before you use older drivers on your video card

Will Do

do u have a sound card or onboard sound?

Yes I have a sound card in a PCI slot. It was in use with the same hard drive on my previous PC.

what do you use to check for spyware and viruses?
AdAware

how many programs do you have running in the background?

Nothing extra, the system is virgin. Just brought it online night before last.