

Opera and Safari aren’t very popular on PCs, though you might try them later.

Web Browsers – Unless you want to keep using Internet Explorer, and I don’t recommend it, the next step should be downloading and installing Mozilla Firefox and Google Chrome.All you would need to enter is the model number of your PC. offer the lastest signed drivers on their websites. Most branded PCs like HP, Dell, Lenovo etc. Drivers – After installing the Anti-virus appllication, you should look online for PC Hardware Drivers unless you already have them.Since Avast Free AV has been working just fine for me, you should probably save the money for something else. If you are willing to pay for AV, you could go with Avast Internet Security, Kaspersky Internet Security, Kaspersky AntiVirus or Kaspersky Pure 2.0. The best free one current available is Avast Free AntiVirus. AntiVirus – After you have installed the operating system, the most important program is an Anti-virus application.

Searching on Google is the best way to avoid fake phishing websites named similar to popular brands. If the program’s name is Avast Free Antivirus, search for “Download Avast Free Antivirus” without the quotes. Just search for the recommended software programs on Google or your favorite Search Engine. How about I give you a master list of all essential software programs for a new Windows OS installation? All you would require is an internet connection, apart from a Windows installation on your PC. Have you ever had to re-install Windows on your PC? Did you wait until you needed them to download supporting programs like drivers, antivirus applications, document readers and media players? Waiting too long without an antivirus program might severely endanger your PC, and not having other programs might inconvenience you a lot.
