Applications needed to install on new computer

Here's a list of common applications that you may want to consider installing on a new computer:

Productivity

  1. Microsoft Office (or LibreOffice) for word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations
  2. Google Chrome (or Mozilla Firefox) for web browsing
  3. Adobe Acrobat Reader for PDF files
  4. Evernote (or OneNote) for note-taking and organization
  5. Todoist (or Trello) for task management

Security

  1. Antivirus software (e.g., Norton Antivirus, McAfee Antivirus, or Avast)
  2. Firewall software (e.g., Windows Defender Firewall or third-party options)
  3. Password manager (e.g., LastPass, 1Password, or Dashlane)
  4. Encryption software (e.g., TrueCrypt or Veracrypt)

Utilities

  1. Disk Cleanup (or CCleaner) for disk space management
  2. Disk Defragmenter (or Defraggler) for disk optimization
  3. Malwarebytes for malware removal
  4. System Restore (or System Image Recovery) for system backup and recovery
  5. Snagit (or other screenshot capture software) for screen capture and annotation

Media and Entertainment

  1. Media player (e.g., VLC Media Player or Windows Media Player)
  2. Music player (e.g., Spotify, Apple Music, or Google Play Music)
  3. Video player (e.g., VLC Media Player or KMPlayer)
  4. Photo editing software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop or GIMP)
  5. Streaming services (e.g., Netflix, Hulu, or Amazon Prime Video)

Communication

  1. Email client (e.g., Microsoft Outlook or Mozilla Thunderbird)
  2. Instant messaging software (e.g., Skype, Slack, or Discord)
  3. Video conferencing software (e.g., Zoom, Google Meet, or Skype)
  4. Social media apps (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram)

Development and Design

  1. Code editor (e.g., Visual Studio Code or Sublime Text)
  2. Integrated Development Environment (IDE) (e.g., Eclipse or IntelliJ IDEA)
  3. Graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop or GIMP)
  4. Web development software (e.g., Adobe Dreamweaver or Brackets)

Gaming

  1. Game client (e.g., Steam, Origin, or Battle.net)
  2. Game launcher (e.g., GOG Galaxy or Epic Games Launcher)
  3. Game recording software (e.g., OBS Studio or XSplit)

Other

  1. Cloud storage software (e.g., Google Drive, Dropbox, or Microsoft OneDrive)
  2. Backup software (e.g., Acronis True Image or EaseUS Todo Backup)
  3. System monitoring software (e.g., CPU-Z or GPU-Z)
  4. Virtual machine software (e.g., VMware or VirtualBox)

Remember that this is not an exhaustive list, and you may need to install additional applications depending on your specific needs and preferences.