Yes, you can reinstall Windows using pre-installed programs.
Yes, you can reinstall Windows using pre-installed programs.
Sure! You can reset Windows to restore its original state while installing your desired programs. To have Bitdefender Antivirus and Google Chrome pre-installed, you’d need to set up the installation during the initial setup process. After a restart, you can configure the system so that when they open Google Chrome it becomes the default browser. This way, they’ll get the welcome screen and can create a new user afterward. It’s a bit involved but doable with the right steps.
It’s unclear why a Google package exists—maybe it’s for something else I’m missing.
I came across NTLite, which claims to let you embed apps into a Windows ISO. My main worry is that the laptop might lack some essential drivers for its hardware. Thanks to SolarNova for the tip. It looks like a useful tool, but it doesn’t feel as seamless as I expected, and the app list isn’t complete. In the end, I’m choosing to reset the PC myself, customize it, and skip the welcome screen altogether.
Begin the reset process for them, then restore everything to its original state or install from fresh media via Microsoft’s official source to bypass any preloaded software. On the account setup screen, press Control + Shift + F3 to enter sysprep mode. Add any desired applications and finish the sysprep setup (a prompt will appear). Remember, you may only reboot five times in this mode before needing a fresh start. This method was traditionally used to generate deployment images before tools like Intune or AutoPilot were widely adopted.