No matter how much Microsoft tries to refine its operating system, a clean OS cannot be used as one wants, but only in very limited conditions, for example, at work, where it is forbidden to install any programs or has no rights to it. If you are not a programmer, an advanced computer user, then you just need to install a list of standard programs on your computer - and you can use the device normally. This applies to your own computer.
File manager and archiver
After installing the drivers, you must install the Total Commander file manager . The program provides convenient access to your file system. It replaces the standard, many favorite Windows Explorer. Now it’s more convenient to change, move and copy files. Starting the file manager starts working with the computer. With an archive format such as .rar, Microsoft Windows cannot work by default. Even despite its prevalence.
In Russia, the WinRAR shell is adopted. It supports all archive formats, including .zip. It is embedded in your operating system, as a result it gets the opportunity to work with all archives from the standard
context menu in Explorer. This utility is honorably included in the list of standard programs. She's paid. There is a free alternative - 7-zip. It also has all the necessary functions, but it does not know how to pack in .rar.
Antivirus and alternative browser
Antivirus is necessary on every computer. Everything else, this is the only program that your device needs. Buy it and live in peace. Paid versions save you from searching for signature databases and updated keys. We have the following: Eset NOD32, Kaspersky Antivirus and DrWeb. Choose and use, but remember that 100% protection does not exist. Antivirus tops the list of standard programs.
Moreover, there are also good free ones: Comodo Antivirus, Avira, Avast and AVG. There is also an option with the corporate version - Symantec Endpoint Protection. This is a paid good device protector, the corporate version of which does not require keys, is updated itself, works without a hitch. For convenience, you need to install an alternative browser to replace Internet Explorer. Mozilla FireFox, Google Chrome and Opera are popular. If you leave the Windows browser, then update it to the latest version.
Program for burning discs and for reading PDF files
DVD drives are now less commonly used than before, but so far are installed on almost every computer. Discs are recorded by Nero Burning ROM, paid. You can use free ones - ImgBurn, JetBee FREE or Nero MediaHome. The list of standard programs includes Adobe Acrobat Reader, which allows you to read PDF. This utility is a completely free program. PDF is the most common format for instructions, books, and documentation. Without this special program, a file of such a standard cannot be opened.
Skype, ICQ messenger - programs for advanced users
The list of standard computer programs continues programs for advanced users. The above is the minimum list without which your device will not be complete. Skype is a free program for communicating over the Internet around the world. Supports chat, voice and video. It is indispensable for communication. For its normal operation, you need a microphone, headphones and a camera. Also, Skype must be installed on both computers. Allows you to call on mobile, landline phones, but not for free. The list of standard Windows programs includes the popular ICQ client.
It is already a little outdated, but nevertheless, many users use the old memory to install it on their devices. You can exchange free messages, high-quality video chat is supported, cheap calls to phones. That is, you can keep in touch with friends. Instead of cumbersome ICQ, we recommend installing the QIP client.
Email client, audio and video player, password manager
To check mail, a person visits a site, such as Yandex.ru, and watches “Inbox”. There are many programs that are much more convenient to use, especially if you have several mailboxes. The utility connects to the desired server and downloads all mail to the computer. It can then be viewed without delay, switching quickly between the drawers. You can recommend Mozilla Thunderbird or The Bat. Microsoft Outlook is also good. We recommend that you include separate video and audio players in the list of standard programs on your PC. Unfortunately, it is not possible to combine them in one utility so that everyone likes it, despite all the efforts of the developers.
Recommended video players: VLC Player, Light Alloy, GOM Player and Zoom Player. For audio: AIMP or WinAmp. Over time, you will need to memorize or record many passwords, so we recommend using one of two password managers: LastPass or RoboForm. Programs remember passwords and store them on the server. They can be used from different places, on completely different computers.
In conclusion - a list of standard Microsoft Office programs
Such programs solve a wide variety of problems and therefore, to varying degrees, everyone needs, regardless of their profession. Recently, they are called office. The standards for such software are set by Microsoft. The current Office suite is fast on all Windows devices. It includes Lync, Publisher, Access, OneNote, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. This software allows you to conveniently work in a text editor, with spreadsheets, in a business graphics editor, in a presentation preparation program, in a desktop publishing system, in a database management system, and to prepare visual presentations.
Your personal manager is now Outlook, which includes an address book, a weekly journal, a diary, e-mail for communication with the outside world, and also performs other necessary functions. You can write a lot about Microsoft Office. But if you once forked out for its acquisition, you will get a very good, indispensable assistant.