Setting up a new Windows 11 system is quite easy;
Remember that Microsoft’s default settings are not created exactly for you, especially since the default settings come with a lot of stuff that you don’t need.
1. Don’t forget to use a Microsoft account
With the latest versions of Windows, you have two options for setting up a primary user account: Local account or Microsoft account.
If you care about your computer security, you’re better off using a Microsoft account, especially with the advantages it can give you.
You can also encrypt your drive without using any third-party applications, even if you are using Windows 11 Edition.
One last thing, you don’t need a Microsoft email address to create a Microsoft account.
2. Remove Bloatware
In addition to selling software, Windows also makes money by adding different applications on the Start menu with each new installation.
On Windows 10, you can see Candy Crush and other games installed, but on Windows 11, streaming apps like Spotify and social media apps like Instagram and TikTok have replaced games.
This can be annoying, especially for new users who are unaware that there is bloatware installed on their PC.
All you have to do is right-click on the unwanted application and select Uninstall.
3. Create a shortcut for the folder
Compared to the Windows 10 Start menu, Windows 11 is much simpler.
Although the Start menu looks very different from the previous version, you can easily customize it for efficiency.
All you have to do is go to Settings > Personalization > Start > Folder.
4. Release the Windows taskbar
Microsoft is `famous` for always finding new ways to clutter up the taskbar in every new version.
First, it has a search button that includes an unnecessary search box.
If you don’t find these annoying, then fine, no problem at all.
This Settings page also has other options that can personalize your taskbar experience.
If you are using multiple monitors, you can change how the taskbar behaves on the second monitor by clicking the Taskbar behaviors option.
5. Set up OneDrive
When you sign in with a Microsoft account, you’ll get 5GB of free cloud storage in Microsoft OneDrive.
If you open the application, Windows opens a window that looks exactly like a regular File Explorer with the Desktop, Documents, Downloads and Pictures folders in it.
To change OneDrive settings, open OneDrive from the notification area and click Help & Settings > Settings > Backup > Manage OneDrive backup.
(Refer to Quantrimang)
