Yes, everything you need is installed.
Yes, everything you need is installed.
So - set up all the necessary software, not only the ones you pick. Add 7zip to your setup and link it with Windows except for zip itself. Include PotPlayer, GOM Player, and Splash as backups for VLC. More players mean better performance. You’ll decide which works best, and sometimes having several players is helpful. (Also - VLC isn’t ideal, even though some claim otherwise; most people don’t use alternatives.) Try Opera and Firefox as web browsers instead of Chrome. Who knows? Your Chrome might get infected by adware, giving you a backup option. Or a site could fail. You might run into issues with Chrome and wonder if the problem is the browser or the site. For development, VC++ offers many versions—here are links: https://www.itechtics.com/microsoft-visu...oad-links/ Some useful alternatives include Aimp, IrfanView, Audacity, GIMP. LibreOffice can open documents OpenOffice can’t. Consider a good file manager like DirectoryOpus (paid). Basically, install as many programs as you need without slowing things down—except during Windows startup, which you can disable. A fast computer runs smoothly when it has many capable programs ready to handle any task and open any file you want. If you stick to just a few and limit yourself, your experience will be restricted and investing in good hardware might not be worth it.
All C++ solutions available. DirectX support included. Flash as desired. Net Framework when required. Set everything up. Many programs don’t necessarily slow down your PC unless they interfere with startup. Benefits often outweigh minor delays. Quick performance after boot matters more than the boot time itself. If any utility aids your workflow, use it. For instance, DisplayFusion may delay startup but offers features; UltraVNC can hinder boot and shutdowns, yet enables remote access. If you have a large music collection, consider MusicBee—though install Aimp as the default for smoother playback. Ultimately, once everything is ready, use Macrium Reflect, create a Rescue USB with this tool, boot from USB, and generate a system image. In case of issues, you can restore your system swiftly.
Ninite.com suggests using drivers for Windows 10. For gaming gear, it's better to install their dedicated software and drivers.
Are you using the same browser across devices? Opera, Firefox, Waterfox, Chrome, Edge, and IE. Install each and see which works best for gaming. Also, make sure chipset and GPU drivers are up to date. This is just a general tip—not tied to your specific hardware.