New Windows PC setup checklist
First: run Windows Update to get security patches. Second: remove trial antivirus software (Windows Defender is free and built-in). Third: turn on OneDrive backup for your Documents folder.
New Windows PCs come with Windows setup done, but they have trial antivirus software and months of security patches waiting. The trial software (McAfee, Norton) is a sales tactic — uninstall it and let Windows Defender (free, built-in) take over. Windows Update is urgent because patches can be months behind. OneDrive backup means your files automatically sync to the cloud.
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Skip — I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Paying for the antivirus trial because it says it's running out — it's a sales tactic, not a warning
- Using the PC without running Windows Update first — you're exposed to known security vulnerabilities
Signs you need professional help
- Large data transfer from old PC to new PC with complex software settings
- Business PC setup requiring domain connection and IT policies
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