In the process, you will format local disk where the current version of Windows is located. Simply put, before installing a new system there, you have to erase all old data from it. The contents of the rest of the disks should remain unchanged. But it is better to play it safe and pre-copy to the cloud or to a physical medium absolutely all data from your computer that you are afraid of losing.

If the computer has paid programs, do not forget to read the rules for working with licenses when reinstalling Windows in their documentation, otherwise you may lose them.

2. Create a bootable disk or USB flash drive

If you want to install / reinstall a licensed version of Windows, make sure you have the appropriate activation key. Even if you are already using an activated system and just want to reinstall the same version, the old activation key may come in handy again.

• If you already have a bootable USB flash drive or disk with the version of Windows that you are going to install, you can skip to step 3. Otherwise, you need to download the Windows image from the Internet and burn it to any of the listed media according to the instructions below.
• Decide which version of Windows you will be installing and check that your computer meets its system requirements. This information can be found on the official Microsoft website or on the disc with the purchased Windows. Be sure to also check that the computer supports bit width. new version: 32 or 64 bits. Not to miscalculate, you can install a version with the same bit depth as your current version of Windows.
• To create bootable USB drive with any Windows image found on the Web, you can use the program (c UEFI support) and go to step 3.

And below I will tell you how to create boot disk or a USB flash drive with the official system image on Windows example 10.

3. Boot the system from a disk or flash drive

Now that you have physical media with the desired Windows image, you need to go to a special software environment BIOS and select here a disk or USB flash drive as the boot source.

Perhaps instead of the classic BIOS, you will see a more modern graphical interface... Moreover, even in various old BIOS versions settings may vary. But in any case, the procedure will be approximately the same: go to the boot menu, select the desired medium as a source and save the changes.

After that, the computer should boot from the selected disk or flash drive.

4. Run the installation wizard

If you did everything correctly, a wizard will appear on the screen. Windows installations... Further actions do not exceed the complexity of the installation of an ordinary office program... You just have to follow the system prompts and wait while the files are unpacked. Unless you have to select a local drive for installation operating system and format it.

Also, be prepared to enter your activation key in the process. But if you reinstall Windows 10 already activated on your computer, you can skip the step with the key.

After the installation is complete, the computer should boot into normal operating mode.

5. Install the drivers

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Modern Windows versions load the drivers themselves. But if, after reinstalling the system, you notice that the video card, speakers, or something else does not work correctly, you can use the utility to autoload the drivers. For example, the free Driver Booster will do.

After completing all of the above, you can get to work. The computer must be ready.

If you still think that installing an operating system is an occupation for computer masters then you are seriously mistaken.

Using this guide, you can install Windows 7 even if you are a novice PC user. So, let's get ready first.

1. Open up "My computer" and see in which section you currently have the system installed.
   Remember its size and name so that you can find the correct volume during installation.
2. Collect all the necessary drivers for your computer or laptop on a USB flash drive or other disk in advance. If there is no CD with drivers, you can download them on the official website of the equipment manufacturer. If you do not do this, then you run the risk of remaining without the Internet after installing a new system.
3. What bitness windows 7 choose -? Click on « Control Panel -> System and Security -> System»
   
   If your computer or laptop has more than 3 gigabytes random access memory, it is definitely worth installing the 64-bit version. In general, we recommend installing x86 only on weak or very outdated hardware in the yard of the 21st century, after all :). Please note that the drivers for the same device are different in them, in fact they are two different systems!
4. Download the installer ISO image Windows 7:
   

   What are these images?

   These are original MSDN images downloaded from microsoft official site. The only change is that the ability to select the edition of the system during installation is unlocked. No files are touched, the system is not activated.
   Other versions Windows images 7 can be downloaded.
   

5. Prepare a bootable Windows 7 USB stick. this manual we will install the system from a flash drive, because it is faster and easier. A similar instruction on how to create it can be found.
6. Since during installation we will format the disk with installed system, then all important files that are stored on it must first be copied to removable media or to another partition hard disk. Remember that files located on the desktop are also stored on the system disk. If you need them, be sure to transfer them to another place. When formatting, all previously installed programs will be removed, but this does not mean that they also need to be copied to flash drives and disks. Programs are easier to reinstall, so only take care of - photos, documents, music, etc.

Create a bootable USB stick using. Next, insert it into the usb port and change to BIOS-e maternal Boot priority boards so that this flash drive is loaded first. If difficulties arise at this step - here detailed instructions... If you did everything correctly, changing the boot priority, then after exiting the BIOS and restarting the computer, the message "Press any key" will appear on the screen. Complete this requirement - press any key to boot from the installation media.

Press the key only ONCE and only at this stage of the installation.

After pressing any key, a message will appear stating that Windows is loading files.

Installing the system

So, let's proceed directly to the installation of Windows 7. Wait until their extraction is completed, after which the start window of the installer will appear on the screen. Congratulations, the hardest part is over!

1. Select language, time format and layout. Click on "Further".
   
2. Click on the big button "Install" to start the installation wizard.
   




Attention!

Note: select the version of Windows from which you have an activation key (you will enter it at the final stage of installation). If there is no key, read the instructions after installation.

3. Read the license terms and accept them.
   
4. Select the full installation (the update is not suitable for us).
   
5. After starting the full installation, the partition selection screen appears. The installer window will contain several sections:
   First usually backed up by the system (it stores recovery files). It weighs 100 MB and does not need to be touched. Second is system - that is, Windows files are stored on it. A new system is being installed on it. Third section - file. User data is stored here, which remains intact even after reinstalling Windows.
   There may be other options: for example, there is no system-reserved partition or there is no volume with custom files... In any case, you need the section on which there was already previous system- not in vain, when preparing for installation, we advised you to look and remember its size.
   If, for some reason, you still have one partition, the volume of which exceeds 250 GB, then it is better to immediately divide the disk into two volumes: one for Windows and programs (approximately 50-100 GB), the second for personal files. To do this, using the "Disk Setup" tool, delete the existing partition and create first the first volume ("Create" - specify the volume - "Apply"), and then the second.
   

   The created volumes should be named "Section 1", "Section 2". There should be no unallocated space - the system simply won't see it.

   So, you have at least two partitions, one of which is dedicated to operating system files. If it has not just been created, but has already been previously, then it needs to be formatted by deleting all data.
   Click on the link "Disk setup", highlight a section and press "Format"... When formatting, all files with system partition will be removed (that is, the values ​​in the Full Size and Free columns will be the same). This is exactly what we wanted. To run a clean install, click "Further", checking again that the partition that you allocated for the system is selected.

6. We wait. After selecting the partition and starting the installation, a window will appear on the screen in which you can see the unpacking process Windows files 7 and their entries on HDD... While you can rest, you won't have to do anything for 15-25 minutes.
   During this installation time, the computer will restart several times. After the installation is complete, you need to specify some parameters of the system.
   
7. Enter computer name Computer name The computer name is how your computer will be named on the local network. and username. It is advisable to use Latin characters instead of Russian, this will help to avoid problems with some programs in the future.
   
8. You can optionally set an administrator password, but this is optional. If you set a password, you will need to enter it every time you start your computer or laptop. We will leave the field blank for now, you can "password" the account later.
   
9. Enter your activation key, if you have one. If there is no key, uncheck "Automatically activate" and skip the step by pressing "Further".
   
10. Specify Windows settings - it is better to choose the recommended settings, when you get to know the new system better, configure it in your own way.
    After selecting all required parameters a worker will appear on the screen Windows table 7. You can begin your acquaintance with the system, but first restart the computer and go into the BIOS again - here you need to change the boot priority back, putting the hard drive in the first place.
11. Turn on automatic update system and wait for the process to finish. Most drivers will be installed with security updates. If there is no Internet, you can use the program to install drivers .

The instruction turned out to be quite impressive in volume, but now you know the main nuances when installing Windows 7 and can easily do it yourself. Carefully follow the above recommendations and the installation will definitely be successful.

In the virtual world as well as in the real one, it is often necessary to hide important data from third parties. In the real world, we do this with a safe, a personal locker with a key, and so on. In virtual it looks about the same, hiding personal data (files, photos, documents, videos) with passwords.

Each of us needs to maintain order both in the house, in the car and in our own head. How, without order in our heads, we can correctly formulate our new ideas. Clutter in any area drains us and adds a lot of stress.

One of the most deplorable problems that sooner or later may appear on computers is the failure of its most important component - the hard drive. Usually only 50% hard drives reach 6 years of work. Its failure means that all your data is irretrievably lost.

We haven't talked about speeding up and optimizing your computer for a long time. So, we want to advise you a very powerful and useful program to speed up your computer. This program is called Smart defrag 4, it is included in the paid utilities package in Advanced SystemCare. And it speeds up the computer by defragmenting disks and it copes with its task with a bang.

Do you work in an office or at home at a computer and would like to improve your academic performance and efficiency of working with programs? This way you can use the saved time for something else. Yes, it is possible, the main thing is to understand the logic of the program.

It took a long time to choose which computer to buy, and finally here it is - standing on the table, the Windows splash screen is on the screen, and what to do next? After the purchase, the first question that comes to mind is what programs are needed for a computer. Somewhere I saw something, somewhere I heard, in general, there is porridge in my head !.

Paid or Free?

It just so happens that free programs alone are not enough, it comes out somewhere 50-50. I in no way call for the use of hacked versions, but our reality is that "cracked" programs are used everywhere. In my experience, to solve almost any problem, there is at least one free program that is enough for your head. But paid ones are usually more convenient and with more features. But they are needed for voluminous work or for professional activities.

Computer programs for every day

No matter how hard Microsoft tries to enclose its operating system, a clean OS can only be used in limited conditions - for example, at work, where the installation of additional programs is prohibited or there are no rights.

Antivirus is essential protection

I have already touched on the topic of antivirus more than once. An absolutely essential thing on any computer. Perhaps antivirus is single program which is needed for a computer, which is better to buy and live in peace. Paid versions eliminate the headache of finding updated keys and signature databases. The most common in our country are:, and. Which one to choose is everyone's personal business. No one will give 100% protection, so choose just which one you like best.

Alternative browser

For the convenience of using the Internet, you will need to install one of the alternative Internet browsers to replace the standard Internet Explorer. Popular in our area, and. All of them are free and very necessary programs for your computer. Today, Google's browser is rapidly gaining popularity. It is undoubtedly one of the best browsers out there, but each has its own preferences.

By default, it does not know how to work with such a common archive format as “.rar”. Probably in their west only zip is used by everyone. I install a wrapper that supports all the required archive formats, including “.zip”. WinRAR is built into the operating system, allowing you to work with archives from context menu in the explorer. Alternatively, I can recommend the program. It also has all the necessary functions, but it cannot pack in the “.rar” format. But it can unpack the ".7z" format.

Office suite

A must for working with texts and tables. Although I included this on the must-have list, not everyone needs it. But I have not yet met a computer without Microsoft Office or its free equivalent.

Acrobat Reader

To read PDF books you will need. PDF is the most common format for documentation, books and instructions. It won't work without a special program. Acrobat Reader is completely free program.

Skype

Program for free communication around the world via the Internet. Supports voice, video and chat. An irreplaceable thing for communication, in addition to social networks. To do this, you will need a microphone (readable), headphones and a web-camera (for video communication), as well as an installed program on both computers of the interlocutors. It also allows you to call landlines and mobile phones, but this is no longer free. I wrote earlier.

Advanced programs

I showed what programs are needed for a computer in a minimal variety. For the more advanced, I recommend one more pack of software.

After installing the drivers, the first thing I do is install the file manager. This program provides convenient access to the file system, replacing the standard Windows Explorer. It is much more convenient to copy, move, modify files. I advise everyone! My work with the computer begins with the launch of Total Commander.

Mail client

To check their e-mail, a person usually visits a site, for example mail.ru, and looks at the Inbox folder. But it is much more convenient to use special programs - mail clients, especially if you have more than one e-mail box. The program connects to the server and downloads all mail to your computer. You can view it without browser delays by quickly switching between boxes. I recommend

On a "clean" newly installed Windows for normal operation, you just need to install many more programs, because without them, as you know, nowhere. Let's try to make a small list of the most necessary programs for a computer, without which full use of a computer is simply impossible. Please note that in the article, in the description of any program, there is a link to its working version
So...

The most necessary and important program is your anti-virus protection It is usually divided into 4 categories: antivirus, firewall, comprehensive protection and programs for scanning your computer. I prefer complex protection consisting of antivirus + firewall. At the moment I use one of the free ones - Avast! I would recommend using only the most trusted antivirus programs: Kaspersky, Norton, ESET (nod32), DrWeb, Avast, Panda, McAfee, and other popular ones. In general, a matter of taste. If you don’t want to pick up a Trojan, bet it!

Next, let's install the archiver... Since most of the files on the Internet are in archives (.rar .zip .7z), we will definitely need an archiver program. I suggest the simultaneous use of two: WinRar and 7Zip.
Their differences can be summarized in one line: WinRar- a beautiful and advanced archiver, but with 7zip it is free. Well, as a bonus - only an archiver 7zip opens archives in 7z format

Next on the list we will have disc burning software(although in recent years I have been increasingly beginning to doubt its need ... I use disks once every 3 months). Dominates here Nero, the most popular program for burning discs (the fact that it is paid does not bother anyone). As a free alternative I can recommend ImgBurn or shareware Ashampoo burning Studio- the functionality is smaller, but for its main task - recording discs, it is more than enough.

Further... we need Office... And most likely - Microsoft Office(Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.). I think there is no need to paint it - you yourself know very well what it is. For lovers of free software, I can advise Open office or better yet LibreOffice- they are almost as good as the brainchild of Microsoft corporation, and they work with Microsoft formats no problem.

We will now consider codecs... What is this thing for? And so that when watching your favorite movie, you, dear readers, do not have any problems. Without them, many video and audio formats simply won't play! The most popular codec pack is K-Lite Codec Pack ... By the way, a very good video player is installed with it - Media Player Classic.

Video viewer a must for any PC user. Even if you have a brand new home theater - very often you have to watch a variety of videos on your computer - from clips to video seminars. They will do an excellent job with this task. KMplayer and QuickTime Player.

Listening to music- Using the standard Windows Media Player, listening to music is simply not possible, no matter how hard the developers try ... 2 of the most popular players are suitable for this purpose: Winamp and AIMP. The second player consumes fewer resources and is free of charge. But even here it is a matter of taste and habit. For example, I use two.

I will also advise universal players which read both video and audio files without problems: Gom media player and VLC media player- they read all formats and by the way they are completely free!

Also, to use the Internet, you need to install Internet browser.
Do not use the standard Internet Explorer to catch viruses through it?
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After buying a new computer or laptop, you will definitely need programs for solving various tasks: creating text documents, watching movies, chatting with friends, etc. However, as well as after. After all, in this case, the local drive C will be formatted, and all files will be deleted.

What programs are needed for a computer or laptop? There are a lot of them. The same article contains the most important ones - those that are installed on almost every second PC or laptop. Therefore, if you want to know what programs are needed after installing Windows, I recommend that you familiarize yourself with the list below.

For convenience, an example is given of what programs are needed for a Windows 7 computer. Moreover, in the sequence in which it is recommended to install them. Although all of these programs are also needed for PCs and laptops running Windows 10, 8 or XP.

The first thing to do after setting up Windows and installing drivers is to protect your computer or laptop. That is, install an antivirus. It is not recommended to install other programs without it, as you can catch some kind of virus. And you may even have to reinstall Windows. Again.

There are more than enough antiviruses today. Of the free ones, it can be noted:

• Avast;
• Avira;
• Comodo Antivirus.

There is also NOD32, Dr.Web, Kaspersky Anti-Virus.

Which one is better to choose? This is a purely personal matter. Everyone chooses what he likes best. Personally, I have Kaspersky Internet Security. There are no viruses, the computer is working fine. In general, I'm not complaining.

Browser for comfortable gatherings on the Internet

On any version of Windows, Internet Explorer (IE) is already installed by default. But the question is: who uses it? No wonder the Internet jokes that Internet Explorer is a browser for installing other browsers. Or maybe this is not a joke at all, because in most cases it is so: IE is launched only once in a lifetime to install another browser - Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Opera, Safari.

Which is better? Again, this is a matter of taste. Therefore, choose the one that you like best. Unlike antivirus, the difference between browsers is mostly purely visual. Therefore, it is not so important what exactly you choose, the main thing is that it is convenient to use it.

Office suite Microsoft Office

There is also a free competitor to OpenOffice, but it is used much less often. Perhaps for the reason that many users have not even heard of its existence.

Which version should I use? If your computer or laptop is too weak and designed for work, then Microsoft Office 2003 is enough for your head. And to open .docx and .xlsx files (they are created in the program of new versions from 2007 and higher), you just need to additionally install a compatibility pack from Microsoft.

Archivers

Usually, for transferring folders with files over the network, they are packed into an archive, after which they are transferred to the recipient. First, it's more convenient this way. Secondly, archivers compress files, reducing their size. But to open such an archive, you need to install this program.

Popular archivers today:

• WinRAR;
• WinZip;

Each of them perfectly copes with its task, so choose any.

Here are the programs you need for your computer and laptop without fail. This is the minimum set that is sufficient for work and basic tasks.

For home use, this is clearly not enough. Therefore, we will continue our list and consider what programs are needed for an ordinary user's PC.

Audio and video codecs

On our home computer or laptop, we usually watch movies and listen to music. And in order for all video and audio formats to open without errors, you need to install a codec pack.

For example, the K-Lite Code Pack is popular today. There are several versions of this program, so it is best to install the full ("Full").

Audio and video players

The K-Lite Code Pack also has a built-in video player - Media Player. Basically, it will be enough to watch movies of any format (avi, mp4, mkv).

Alternatively, you can install KMPlayer. This is also a popular video player: simple, convenient and, perhaps, the loudest (for some users this is extremely important).

There are 2 excellent programs for listening to music - Winamp and Aimp. They are quite similar, so you can install any. If you listen to music online (VKontakte or somewhere else), then you don't have to install the audio player.

PDF Readers

Most often, PDF files are encountered during study (books, essays, manuals, etc.). Sometimes they slip at work - in the form of reports, documents, etc. To open PDF files, you can install Foxit Reader or Acrobat Reader. Both are free.

These 7 programs are enough for the average home computer or laptop owner.

And finally, let's consider what programs will be needed after reinstalling Windows for advanced users who actively use the Internet and play games.

Messengers for communication

You can communicate with friends not only through VKontakte. One of the most popular programs today is Skype (by the way, it can be installed on a smartphone). It supports text chat as well as voice and video calling. That is, you can call your friends and see them through a web-camera.

Another popular option is ICQ. She's ICQ. Too great program for instant text messaging.

Instead of ICQ, you can still install QIP. It is simple and convenient and takes up less space than ICE.

CD burning software

Discs are rarely recorded today, but still. Nero is considered a popular DVD burning software. If you don't use it often, you can install Nero Mini - it takes up less space.

Another option is CDBurnerXP. The program is free and also takes up little space.

Reading ISO images

For those who like to play computer games you will need a program that can open .iso or.mdf files. Indeed, sometimes games are recorded in these formats. In this case, Daemon Tools or Alcohol 120% will do.

Direct X

Also, to be able to play games, you need the latest version of Direct X. Where can I find it? As a rule, a set of additional software is always included with any game, including Direct X. Therefore, when installing a toy, simply tick the box "Install Direct X".

That's all. Now you know what programs you need for your computer or laptop after installing Windows. Although it is not at all necessary to put them all. You just have to go through this list and choose only what you need.

The seventh generation operating system from Microsoft is the most popular operating system among all currently existing, and, of course, the most successful of the Windows family. This is the last "OS", which was not fully optimized tool for working with a computer, requiring modifications and configurations. Starting with Windows 8, the procedure for installing and configuring the operating system became subject to most average users, and the system itself received many by default. useful tools for working with documents and files. In the case of Windows 7, users had to independently install the most necessary programs for the computer.

Let's take a look at the package of the most necessary software, which must certainly be present on any modern or not the most modern PC running the legendary "Seven".

Uninstallers
Perhaps the first of the most required programs that are recommended to install immediately after installing / reinstalling Windows 7 are uninstallers. The seventh generation OS is a representative of the old line of systems, when they could be easily "spoiled" by installing an excessive number of unnecessary programs, utilities and games. Therefore, users are advised to use special uninstallers that allow them to remove existing programs without leaving a trace, restoring the state of the computer to what it was before installing unnecessary software.
And among the uninstaller programs, there are two obvious leaders:
CCleaner;
Uninstall Tool

Both solutions allow you to perform a complex removal of programs from your computer, however, unlike its opponent, Uninstall Tool refers to paid software. However, it is not so difficult to find a key or a crack for home use of software on the Internet.
As for Ccleaner, this tool is also capable of efficiently and completely removing programs installed on the system. In addition, the "softina" has a set of functions for cleaning your computer.

Programs for media files.
Of course, when it comes to what programs are needed for a Windows 7 computer, we must not forget that computers at home are often used for entertainment. And entertainment, first of all, is watching films and television series, listening to music. And for all this to be reproduced correctly, the system must have not only the appropriate players, but also codec packages. Probably for fans of newer representatives Windows family this will be news, but versions released prior to Windows 8 were not capable of playing all media file formats by default.
Therefore, in the first place, the most needed programs for Windows 7 are tools like the K-Lite Mega Codec Pack. This software includes all the necessary codecs to play most of the media formats known today. In addition, the software includes a simple, concise and fast media player "Media player Classic", which is indispensable for watching video files.

Archivers
Next on the list of programs you need after reinstalling Windows 7 are archivers. This, as they say, is our everything, because most of the files downloaded from the Internet are packed into archives. And, which will again become news for users of newer versions of "Windows", "Seven" by default is not trained to open files of the ".rar" format, etc.
Therefore, it is recommended immediately after installing the OS to think about installing the following software to choose from:
WinRar;
7zip.

These two options will be enough for you, because they are unprecedented leaders in the field of unpacking any archives. As for the leadership among these two software "giants", WinRar certainly prevails in the battle for leadership, but this "software" has one drawback - it is paid. However, there is no need for users to even think about activators or cracks, because software does not require a mandatory purchase, and users can continue to use it even for decades. The only inconvenience will be the annoying window notifying them that the program needs to be purchased.
If you do not want to see such pop-up information on the screen of your PC, then you should think about installing the 7zip archiver.

Web browsers
Of course, we must not forget about what today it is really impossible to imagine any computer, laptop, tablet and even smartphone. We are talking about a web browser, about the program that allows us to access the Internet. And here the answer to the question of what browser programs are needed after installing Windows 7 has three options:
Mozilla Firefox;
Opera;
Google chrome.

We strongly recommend that you do not pay attention to other analogs, such as a browser from Yandex, Amigo and other dubious software solutions. Often, this software is built on the basis of Google Chrome, and nothing but annoying advertisements and unnecessary plugins will not bring it into your life.
The choice should be made on the browsers recognized by users, world-renowned, convenient and reliable, which we have listed above. They all have their own advantages. However, for the average user, it is almost impossible to distinguish any significant differences between such software. Therefore, the choice can be made in favor of the browser interface that is most attractive in terms of its parameters.

Work with documents
Even if the list of the most needed programs for Windows 7 is selected for home computer, text editors must be present in such. And among the most suitable options are the following:

Microsoft Office is an application that includes everything necessary tools to work with text documents, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, etc. It is offered for use only for a fee, but you can always find solutions for using the software in the form of generators of license codes and cracks;

Libre Office is a completely free analogue of the office software package from Microsoft, which includes all the most necessary tools for editing text, working with tables and presentations.
These two options will be more than enough for both home use and for work.

Antivirus
Last on the list of the most needed programs for Windows 7, we want to mention antivirus software. If in Windows 10 the standard Defender is at a high level and, in principle, does not require replacement by any analogs, then the standard Windows 7 Firewall from antivirus software has, alas, only a name, and must be replaced.

Avast antivirus can be noted as the most suitable options for use. This is shareware software that offers a full range of tools to reliably protect your computer from malware, Trojans and other "evil spirits" that are so common on the Internet.
The free version includes all the functionality you need to safe use computer. The only thing users need to use Avast software for free is to provide their email address to complete the registration procedure.
This was a list of the most necessary programs for Windows 7, which are necessary for the correct and comfortable work on a computer or laptop running the legendary OS. As for the further optimization of the system, then the software should be installed exclusively at the discretion and needs of users. This applies to graphic editors, instant messengers, cloud systems and services, remote support utilities, mail clients and other software that can be found on the Internet.
We recommend not to overdo it with experiments and not install too many unnecessary programs on your PC, as this may affect the speed of your computer in the future.

This is the first step you must take in new system... Surely during the time that your computer was on the counter, Microsoft managed to release many patches and fixes. The accumulated updates can take a long time to install, so it's worth dealing with this right away.

First, make sure your computer is connected to the internet. Then select the "Start" menu and go to "Settings" → "Center windows updates”→“ Check for Updates ”. Wait while the system installs all available updates.

2. Update drivers (optional)

Typically, Windows 10 handles the driver installation automatically, so in most cases you can skip this step. But sometimes you still have to manually. For example, if you notice that some equipment - speakers, video card, webcam - does not work correctly with the driver that Windows 10 offered. The free Snappy Driver Installer application can help you with this.

If you feel like Edge is not for you, the first step is to install a better browser. You have a choice of Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Vivaldi, and a ton of less popular ones if you're looking for something exotic.

Once you've installed your web browser, you need to add a few necessary extensions to it, most notably ad blockers (such as AdBlock). It's also worth syncing your browser history and settings with your other devices.

Windows 10 comes with built-in Windows Defender, which is always on by default. In addition, if you purchased a computer with a preinstalled operating system, it may also have trial version some kind of antivirus.

Windows Defender is a good antivirus, which in most cases is enough to protect your home PC. However, it may not be enough to deal with possible network threats if you are actively installing new software and visiting unverified sites. Luckily, you have the option to choose from a list of the best.

5. Remove unnecessary applications

Windows 10 comes with large quantity built-in and pre-installed applications from both Microsoft and your computer manufacturer. But you can delete what you don’t plan to use to clear up the space. To do this, open "Options" → "Applications" → "Applications and Features", and then click on unnecessary program right-click and select "Delete."

6. Install the required applications

Now you need to install the software for your daily work. Here free apps, which are indispensable on your home computer.

• Office suite: OpenOffice, LibreOffice, WPS Office.
• PDF viewers: Sumatra, PDF ‑ XChange.
• Mail client: Thunderbird, Mailspring, Sylpheed.
• Password Manager: LastPass, KeePass, BitWarden.
• Archiver: 7 ‑ Zip, PeaZip.
• Messengers: Telegram, Skype.
• Client for cloud storage: Dropbox, Google drive and .
• Note manager: OneNote, Evernote, Simplenote.
• Audio and video player: AIMP, foobar2000, MPC ‑ HC, VLC.

At Windows startup 10 applications that you may not use often start automatically. And the fewer programs you have in autorun, the faster the system will boot. So it's worth removing the extra ones from there.

To do this, start the "Task Manager" with the combination of Ctrl + Shift + Esc, click "Details" and select the "Startup" tab. Then right-click on the application you want to remove from autorun and click Disable.

Built-in Windows applications They look good on tablets, but on a computer it is worth replacing them with more functional ones. To do this, open Settings from the Start menu, then click Applications and select Default Applications. Here you can click on your preferred browser, music and video players and image viewer.

In addition, you can fine tune your preferred applications by the types of files you want to open. To do this, click on "Select standard applications by file type "to associate your programs with separate formats - PDF, DOCX, TXT, and so on.

Windows 10 stores user data (documents, photos, music and videos) on the same disk partition where it is located. And if your system unit is roomy enough, you can leave everything as it is.

But moving custom folders to another drive or partition will give you several benefits. First of all, you will stop cluttering system disk movies and music, and this is especially important if your OS is installed on a small SSD. And you no longer have to worry about saving your data when reinstalling the system.

To transfer custom folders, open "Settings" and go to "System" → "Device storage", then - "Change where new content is saved". Choose which drive you want to save your data to.

This is not necessary at all, but why not? By connecting your computer to your smartphone, you can send messages and view notifications or iPhone right on your desktop, open photos from your phone, and send links from mobile browsers to Edge on your desktop.

To do this, open "Options" → "Phone" and click "Add phone". Choose which smartphone to pair Windows 10 with - Android or iPhone. If necessary, enter your account Microsoft. Enter your phone number - you will be sent a link to the application. After following it, install the program from Google play and enter your username and password. Then follow the instructions of the application to grant it the necessary rights, and your phone and computer will be connected to each other.

Now that you are almost done with the setup new windows, it would be nice to save progress so that in case of problems your work will not be lost without a trace. To do this, create a point Windows recovery and configure the system so that it periodically creates such points itself.

To do this, click the "Start" button and type "Control Panel", and then go to "System and Security" → "System". Open the "System Protection" item in the left pane. Click on "Recovery options", enable the creation of recovery points and specify how much space you want to allocate for them.

Then select "Create" below. Enter a description for the restore point so that you can easily find it if necessary, and wait until it is created. Ready. Now, if something goes wrong with your system, you can easily restore it.

There are many programs for, including commercial solutions from Acronis and Paragon. But Windows 10 also comes with a built-in backup tool.

To use it, open Options and click Update & Security → Backup Service. Then add the drive where you want to host backups, and adjust the frequency of their creation.

Your Windows 10 is now ready to use.

Often, after reinstalling the operating system, users are faced with a situation when the Internet does not work on their computer. Let's find out how to fix the indicated issue on Windows 7 PC.

The reason for this problem is quite trivial: after reinstalling the system, all settings are lost, including Internet parameters, and also fly off network drivers... The algorithm for getting out of this unpleasant situation depends on the specific method of connecting to the world wide web. Below we will look at the procedure for correcting this problem when using Wi-Fi and a standard cable connection through the 8P8C NIC connector.

Method 1: Wi-Fi

First, let's look at the algorithm of actions when using a Wi-Fi connection. The main reason for the failure to access the world wide web after reinstalling the OS is the lack of an appropriate driver for the adapter, through which the interaction takes place via Wi-Fi.

1. Click "Start" and go to "Control Panel".



2. Then go to the section "System and safety".



3. In the opened window in the block "System" find subsection "Device Manager" and click on it.



4. The interface will open "Device Manager"... Click on the name of the section "Network adapters".



5. If in the list that opens you do not find the network adapter with which you connect to Wi-Fi, or there is an exclamation mark next to its name, then this means that the required driver is missing or incorrectly installed.



6. Try reinstalling it. To do this, choose on top panel "Action" and click on the item "Update configuration ...".



7. After that, the procedure for updating the configuration will be performed and there is a possibility that your network adapter will be displayed, which means that the Internet will work.

   

   But an outcome is also possible in which everything will remain as before. In this case, only the installation of the "native" drivers of this device will help you. They can be installed from the disc that came with the adapter. If for some reason you do not have such a medium, then the necessary component can be downloaded from the manufacturer's official web resource. After installing the driver and displaying the device in "Dispatcher", search available networks and connect to the one to which you have access by entering the password, as is done in a normal situation.

Method 2: Internet via cable

If you have a regular cable internet, then in this case, after reinstalling the operating system, there may be no connection to the World Wide Web. The probability of this is even higher than in the previous case, since interaction with many providers requires special settings, which, of course, got lost during the reinstallation of the OS.

1. Left-click on the shortcut network connections in the notification area. In the displayed list, go to "Control center…".



2. In the window that opens, navigate through the position "Setting up a new connection ...".



3. Then select "Internet connection" and press "Further".



4. Choose one of the two connection options provided by your provider:
   • High speed;
   • Switched.

   With a high degree of probability, you will need to choose the first option, since a dial-up connection, due to its low speed, is currently rarely used.



5. A window will open for entering information about the service provider. To connect to the provider, enter in the appropriate fields your username and password, which the service provider must give you in advance. In field "Connection name" you can enter an arbitrary name by which you will recognize the created connection among other objects on the computer. If you do not want to repeat the authorization procedure every time you enter the network, then in this case, check the checkbox Remember this password... After all the above settings have been entered, click "To plug".



6. After that, the procedure for connecting to the Internet will be carried out.



7. But there are times when you entered all the settings correctly, but you still cannot connect to the World Wide Web. In such a situation, open "Device Manager" In chapter "Network devices" as in the Wi-Fi situation. This time, the lack of a built-in network card of the computer in the list should serve as a signal of trouble. Next, do all those manipulations, including updating the configuration and, if necessary, installing the drivers that have already been described above.



8. After that, the built-in network card should appear in the list, and the Internet should be working.

   

9. But this does not always help, and if the problem persists after performing the indicated actions, you need to check the network settings. This is relevant if your provider does not support working with automatic settings... But first, you need to contact the service provider to find out exactly what data you need to enter. In particular, the IP address and the address of the DNS server. Then go to "Control Panel" and choose "Network and Internet".



10. Then open the next section "Control center…".



11. After that, go through the position "Change settings…".



12. In the window that opens, find the name of the connection through which you want to activate the connection with the World Wide Web. Click on it with the right mouse button and select a position "Properties".



13. In the displayed shell in the list of components, find the name "Internet Protocol (TCP / IP4)"... Select it and press "Properties".



14. Just in the window that opens, you should enter the settings that the provider provided. But in order to be able to drive in data, move the radio buttons to the position "Use…"... After that, enter information in the active fields and click "OK".



15. The network connection should appear.

After reinstalling the operating system, the Internet may disappear due to the lack of necessary drivers or loss installed settings... The algorithm of actions for elimination of this problem depends on the type of connection to the World Wide Web.