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Originally Posted by Actor
Every computer I've bought in the last few years (around four I think) came loaded with junk software. I've always wondered if I could take a new computer and just delete all the junk software before I start using it. The Geek squad at Best Buy has told me definitely not to do it. My son in law, who is a geek, says I can delete everything except the operating system and it will still work.
Well, I'm going to find out. I ordered a cheap refurbished computer on line. It's supposed to be delivered on the 29th. The first thing I'll do with it will be to delete all the software that comes with it. If it survives, great! If not then I got my answer for $65 and I'll try to install Linux on it.
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I've ordered my last two from the Microsoft Store. There's no crapware on it. You might find cheaper computers elsewhere but they all bundle crapware to cut their costs. To me it's worth the money to have a lean and clean machine from the start.
https://www.microsoftstore.com/store/msusa/en_US/home
