Hello, tech enthusiasts! 👋 Are you tired of the bloatware cluttering your laptop? Or perhaps you’re looking for ways to properly Set Up Your new Laptop ? If so, you’re in the right place! 🚀

1. Wipe It Clean: The Fresh Start 🧹

Every device I get, whether it’s a review unit or for my personal use, I format them. I don’t just rely on the Windows app removal system. Why? Because it often leaves behind bloatware that you can’t truly remove unless you format it.

2. Remove Unnecessary Software 🗑️

After the fresh install, I remove as much software as I can. If there’s an uninstall button, there’s a good chance that I’m going to click it. This step is critical to set up a laptop for optimal performance.

3. Install Control Software for the Laptop 💻

For laptops, you can’t entirely rely on Windows update for all the software you need. There’s usually some sort of master control software from the manufacturer that you need to download. For instance, Razer has its Synapse software, Alienware has its Command Center, and ASUS has its ROG software. These allow you to have full control over performance, fan control, and battery control.

4. Install Regular Software and Remove Automated Processes 🛠️

I use a package management software called Ninite. It builds an installer so you can have your popular apps load up all at once. After that, I install software like Adobe products for video editing. Then, I go into these softwares and remove as much automated processes as possible. The goal is to keep the system fast. I don’t have any app that loads at startup, not even Steam or Discord.

5. Privacy Settings: Keep Your Data Safe 🔒

Privacy is a personal preference, and I try to reduce what data I’m giving off to Microsoft as much as I can. I go into the privacy settings and turn off everything I can. Then, I go into the background apps and turn off everything I do not use.

6. Aesthetic Preferences: Make It Look Good 👌

The look of device is important to me so I spend some time customizing the look of my device. I center my icons on the taskbar, which is built into Windows and doesn’t require a third-party app. Also use Rainmeter, a third-party app, is my go to tool for a simple date and time display.

And there you have it! This is how I set up my laptops for optimal performance. Remember, the key is to keep it clean, simple, and user-friendly. Happy computing, folks! 😊

FAQs

Q1: Why do you format every device you get?
A1: I format every device to get rid of any lingering bloatware that the Windows app removal system might miss.

Q2: What is the master control software?
A2: Master control software is a program provided by the manufacturer of the laptop that allows you to control performance, fan control, and battery control.

Q3: What does Ninite do?
A3: Ninite is a package management software that builds an installer so you can load all your popular apps at once.

Q4: Why do you remove automated processes?
A4: I remove automated processes to keep the system fast and prevent unnecessary apps from loading at startup.

Q5: Why do you adjust your privacy settings?
A5: I adjust my privacy settings to reduce the amount of data I’m giving off to Microsoft.

Q6: How do you customize the look of your device?
A6: I center my icons on the taskbar and use Rainmeter for a simple date and time display.