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AFTER A WINDOWS REINSTALL

What to install after reinstalling Windows.

Finish Windows Update first, confirm that your hardware works and restore only the applications you need. A measured setup is easier to troubleshoot than installing everything at once.

Start with Windows and hardware

Run Windows Update, restart when required and check Device Manager before adding third-party driver tools. Use the hardware manufacturer’s own utility only when your device needs it.

HWiNFODiagnostics→CrystalDiskInfoDiagnostics→

Restore access to files and the web

Install your preferred browser, archive utility and document applications. These restore the basic ability to download, unpack, read and create common files.

Mozilla FirefoxBrowsers→Google ChromeBrowsers→7-ZipUtilities→LibreOfficeOffice & Documents→Foxit PDF ReaderOffice & Documents→

Restore security and backup deliberately

Sign in to your password manager, verify recovery information and configure backup before copying irreplaceable data back to the computer.

BitwardenSecurity→AOMEI BackupperBackup & Sync→Acronis Cyber Protect Home OfficeBackup & Sync→EaseUS SoftwareRecovery & Boot→

Add specialist tools last

Developer, creative, gaming and technician applications should follow the essentials. This keeps the fresh system easier to test if a driver or program creates a conflict.

Visual Studio CodeDeveloper Tools→Git for WindowsDeveloper Tools→VLC Media PlayerMedia→RufusRecovery & Boot→

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