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What should I install on a Windows laptop that I'm donating for general office use? (lemmy.world)

submitted 1 week ago by ExtraMedicated@lemmy.world to c/softwareoptions@lemmy.world

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So before anyone mentions it, yes I really did want to put Linux on it (MX Linux is my current favorite), but the person it's for is not very computer savvy and I don't feel like doing tech support, so fuck it, they can keep using Windows.

But before I hand it off, I was wondering what else I should install (and/or what stupid Windows settings to disable) to make it as usable and secure as reasonably possible.

So far I'm thinking Firefox + uBlock Origin, and maybe Avast unless someone has a less annoying free antivirus.

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[–] irish_link@lemmy.world 5 points 1 week ago* (last edited 1 week ago) (2 children)

Hit up Ninite.com and pick some good pieces to install. Put the installer in a saved location then put a shortcut to it in the startup folder. (Start the run command with winbutton+r then put in shell:startup) This will ensure each time the user starts up the main things get updated.

That’s one thing I did for my parents and siblings so I didn’t have to update the software all the time

I know that doesn’t help with your request but figured it’s one thing that might help you not have to play tech support.

[–] BananaTrifleViolin@lemmy.world 2 points 1 week ago (2 children)

That's a clever idea, a great way to ensure they're keeping lots of core software up to date. Although I imagine it could be a bit annoying Ninite popping up every time you log in, but it's for the greater good!

[–] irish_link@lemmy.world 1 points 1 week ago

At time of not shutting down for long periods yes it is annoying because there are lots of updates. Most of the time it’s super quick.

[–] RamblingPanda@lemmynsfw.com 1 points 1 week ago

The greater good!

[–] ExtraMedicated@lemmy.world 1 points 1 week ago

Oh this is pretty cool! Thanks!