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.
These are all good suggestions. I hadn’t seen Sumatra PDF before, I think I’ll put that on my own PC too.
Use Ninite to install everything, will make your life easier