Windows 10: Brand new computer, want it pared down

I just bought a Dell Inspiron 7506 2n1, Windows 10 Home version 2004, build 19041.508.

Microsoft includes so much spyware and Dell probably includes its own garbage as well. What I'd like to do is turn off unnecessary ports, turn off most of Microsoft's "helpful" apps, increase font and icon size so I can actually see something, and just generally pare down anything not strictly necessary.

I've already downloaded Firefox and will not be using Bing. I currently have a 30 day trial of McAfee, but have been told on this forum that Defender is now very good and I don't need third party...but how much info does it send to MS?

I'll be using my computer mostly for documents, a little (but not much) social media, a lot of online research, and online classes. So, can someone point me to the correct tutorials? Personal experiences would be helpful as well.

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brand new yoga 900 sound won't unmute

Hi Ginafeletar,



Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community. I regret the inconvenience caused to you. Let me help you.

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  Is it OEM copy of Windows 10?
  

I suggest you to download and install the latest audio drivers from your computer manufacturer website and check if it helps.



As you are mentioning it is a brand new computer, I suggest you to check with the computer manufacturer customer support and check if it helps.



Please keep us posted on the issue. We will be happy to assist you accordingly.

Thank you.

 

Recently got a stop error on my brand new computer

Hi Kevin,

To isolate this concern, we suggest that you check first if your computer is up to date. You may follow these steps on how to check for updates:

• In the search box on the taskbar, enter Windows Update.
• Select Windows Update.
• On the Windows Update page, select Check for updates.

Update us on the result.

Thank you.

 

brand new lap top battery

I ran the troubleshoot power option and it said “Display brightness setting is too high”

but it’s a brand new laptop, i should think I could expect the most from it.

I haven’t tried the next steps uou have suggested yet.