New Laptop with Windows 10

blkdimnd · 01-06-17, 11:46 PM

Use pcdecrapifer. Cleans most of the bloarware off a new computer. You can find it at pcdecrapifer.com

Then let the PC install all its updates. Windows 10 comes with good Antivirus and antimalware software. And has a built-in firewall.

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Reece · 01-07-17, 05:35 AM

Wow, I'm using my new system with Windows 10!!
After about 5 hours of tearing my hair out it's not looking too bad.
@blkdimnd, I had actually downloaded Ultimate Tweaker from Major Geeks and that is good.
@ Rockin Robbins, I am glad to hear that I can purchase and install Win 7 if I give up with 10 but since it's on I will persist.

Trying to wade through all this extra baggage is a total pain but managed to uninstall many apps that I wouldn't use.
This computer on startup already had McAfee installed, should I uninstall it or let it go?
I have installed Spybot and after pressing 'Immunize' seems to be running ok.
I actually managed to install Firefox and using Mozbackup restored my bookmarks.

I still haven't been able to stop Windows updates, that is annoying, hopefully that doesn't become a pain.

I really must try getting a Linux boot DVD and give it a go sometime.
One thing annoying is I keep touching the 'touch plate' and sending the mouse flying across the screen, I am using a standard usb mouse.
I am going to see if I can install Total Commander, I liked that on XP.

Thanks for the support guys.

Skybird · 01-07-17, 06:15 AM

Linux boot DVD or better USB stick can be created by yourself, you must not wait for an "opportunity". You need an ISO file and a tool to get it as bootable onto the DVD or stick, thats all. As Robbins and me said in other threads, the charm is that you can make it a bootable stick, you then can check it out in all of Linux's details without needing to install it on your HD. You boot your new laptop from the stick with Linux on it (UEFI/BIOS settings must allow that).

If you need Windows for launching games depending on it, then you need to stick with Windows. If that is not a concern to you, you can abandon Windows right now, no need to go through all that hassle with W10. The future of Windows holds no promises for improvements, just more worries. And risks.

blkdimnd · 01-07-17, 11:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Skybird

Linux boot DVD or better USB stick can be created by yourself, you must not wait for an "opportunity". You need an ISO file and a tool to get it as bootable onto the DVD or stick, thats all. As Robbins and me said in other threads, the charm is that you can make it a bootable stick, you then can check it out in all of Linux's details without needing to install it on your HD. You boot your new laptop from the stick with Linux on it (UEFI/BIOS settings must allow that).

If you need Windows for launching games depending on it, then you need to stick with Windows. If that is not a concern to you, you can abandon Windows right now, no need to go through all that hassle with W10. The future of Windows holds no promises for improvements, just more worries. And risks.

Can you run Silent Hunter 5 under Linux?? O_o
If so, I might dual boot.

Skybird · 01-07-17, 01:23 PM

Linux and Silent Hunter, that is a hobby of Rocking Robbins, you better ask him: a.) he knows Linux better than I do, and b.) he has a thread in here describing how he has set up Silent Hunter and Linux.

Not all is possible regarding gaming and Linux, but much more than just years ago. And there is always the optionj to go with a Virtual Machine Windows running under Linux - an option I sympathised with some time ago, but still have not further examined. With age comes laziness...

Rockin Robbins · 01-07-17, 06:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Skybird

Linux and Silent Hunter, that is a hobby of Rocking Robbins, you better ask him: a.) he knows Linux better than I do, and b.) he has a thread in here describing how he has set up Silent Hunter and Linux.

Not all is possible regarding gaming and Linux, but much more than just years ago. And there is always the optionj to go with a Virtual Machine Windows running under Linux - an option I sympathised with some time ago, but still have not further examined. With age comes laziness...

Unfortunately I don't know anything about SH5.

I elected not to buy any more Ubi games after the initial SH5 debacle when it was clear that Ubi's vision was not simulation but soap opera, where the contents of the cook's soup was a focal point of the game. That and the log on or don't play thing. Didn't like their resumption of the SecuROM debacle after totally eliminating in in v1.3 of SH4 either.

I'm not interested in playing U-boats in a partial war in the Atlantic either. So I know zero about getting Silent Hunter 5 in Linux. I'll use my connections over at WineHQ to find out what I can. I'm the maintainer of their Silent Hunter 4 section so I should be able to find out whether SH5 works under WINE.

Like Skybird says, the alternative would be in a virtual machine running Windows cradled safely in the arms of Linux so it can't hurt anybody!

Rockin Robbins · 01-07-17, 06:40 PM

According to WineHQ, you're golden with SH5! Unless there's been a regression with WINE since then, it should work even better today than when it was tested with WINE 1.5. Current version was 2.1-rc2 last I knew. It's been flawless so far. You get an error message when leaving JSGME but just close the error box and continue as if it didn't happen!

01-06-17, 11:46 PM	#1
blkdimnd Planesman Join Date: May 2010 Location: Vermont, USA Posts: 186 Downloads: 492 Uploads: 0	Use pcdecrapifer. Cleans most of the bloarware off a new computer. You can find it at pcdecrapifer.com Then let the PC install all its updates. Windows 10 comes with good Antivirus and antimalware software. And has a built-in firewall. Sent from my SM-G935P using Tapatalk __________________ My Mod Soup and System Specs. "Those who would give up essential liberty to purchase a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety." Benjamin Franklin, Historical Review of Pennsylvania, 1759 AB1TA

01-07-17, 05:35 AM	#2
Reece CINC Pacific Fleet Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Down Under Posts: 34,704 Downloads: 171 Uploads: 0	Wow, I'm using my new system with Windows 10!! After about 5 hours of tearing my hair out it's not looking too bad. @blkdimnd, I had actually downloaded Ultimate Tweaker from Major Geeks and that is good. @ Rockin Robbins, I am glad to hear that I can purchase and install Win 7 if I give up with 10 but since it's on I will persist. Trying to wade through all this extra baggage is a total pain but managed to uninstall many apps that I wouldn't use. This computer on startup already had McAfee installed, should I uninstall it or let it go? I have installed Spybot and after pressing 'Immunize' seems to be running ok. I actually managed to install Firefox and using Mozbackup restored my bookmarks. I still haven't been able to stop Windows updates, that is annoying, hopefully that doesn't become a pain. I really must try getting a Linux boot DVD and give it a go sometime. One thing annoying is I keep touching the 'touch plate' and sending the mouse flying across the screen, I am using a standard usb mouse. I am going to see if I can install Total Commander, I liked that on XP. Thanks for the support guys. __________________ *Sub captains go down with their ship!*

01-07-17, 06:15 AM	#3
Skybird Soaring Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: the mental asylum named Germany Posts: 42,620 Downloads: 10 Uploads: 0	Linux boot DVD or better USB stick can be created by yourself, you must not wait for an "opportunity". You need an ISO file and a tool to get it as bootable onto the DVD or stick, thats all. As Robbins and me said in other threads, the charm is that you can make it a bootable stick, you then can check it out in all of Linux's details without needing to install it on your HD. You boot your new laptop from the stick with Linux on it (UEFI/BIOS settings must allow that). If you need Windows for launching games depending on it, then you need to stick with Windows. If that is not a concern to you, you can abandon Windows right now, no need to go through all that hassle with W10. The future of Windows holds no promises for improvements, just more worries. And risks. __________________ If you feel nuts, consult an expert.

01-07-17, 01:23 PM	#5
Skybird Soaring Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: the mental asylum named Germany Posts: 42,620 Downloads: 10 Uploads: 0	Linux and Silent Hunter, that is a hobby of Rocking Robbins, you better ask him: a.) he knows Linux better than I do, and b.) he has a thread in here describing how he has set up Silent Hunter and Linux. Not all is possible regarding gaming and Linux, but much more than just years ago. And there is always the optionj to go with a Virtual Machine Windows running under Linux - an option I sympathised with some time ago, but still have not further examined. With age comes laziness... __________________ If you feel nuts, consult an expert.

01-07-17, 06:40 PM	#7
Rockin Robbins Navy Seal Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: DeLand, FL Posts: 8,900 Downloads: 135 Uploads: 52	According to WineHQ, you're golden with SH5! Unless there's been a regression with WINE since then, it should work even better today than when it was tested with WINE 1.5. Current version was 2.1-rc2 last I knew. It's been flawless so far. You get an error message when leaving JSGME but just close the error box and continue as if it didn't happen! __________________ Sub Skipper's Bag of Tricks, Slightly Subnuclear Mk 14 & Cutie, Slightly Subnuclear Deck Gun, EZPlot 2.0, TMOPlot, TMOKeys, SH4CMS