Windows 10: Can't install SOME apps on Windows 10 (even after a Windows reinstall)

So I am stuck with this problem. My dad had his PC repaired and switched to a new HDD (so no Windows on it) - EDIT - OTHER HARDWARE DIDN'T CHANGE. He asked me to install Windows, which I did. Everything went fine, I was at the desktop doing the final touches (using Ninte to download all of the software).

But, when I tried to install Skype, I've got an error that an installer can't be started. I didn't understand why, and Googling didn't help. Then I tried to install BS Player - also got the same error. But, when I tried to install VLC Player, everything went smoothly and I can use it without a problem.

The same thing occured when I tried to install Office - I couldn't.

So, I decided to reinstall Windows. I took my USB with Windows boot media, plugged it in the laptop, restarted the PC, changed the boot order to boot from the USB and - nothing happens. The installation process isn't showing, even though the USB media is in the first place in boot order. I even plugged the USB to another PC and it looked good, it has boot files on it.

So, I decided to try to use Windows Mediatoolkit to try to format the USB and change it again so I can use it to install Windows. What happend? When I downloaded Windows Mediatoolkit - it shown an installation error - the software itself doesn't want to install.

I also went through Windows Settings and reinstalled Windows - it didn't help. The same errors are occuring, I can't install SOME applications.

Please help me resolve this issue, I am at awe. I don't have any more ideas what could be happening at this moment. Does anyone have any advice?

EDIT: I can, for instance, install and use Malwarebytes, Chrome, Firefox etc. But some software I can't, and I need that software. What the hell is happening with the PC?

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Can't upgrade with the usual way.
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Code:
upwp10.chinacloudapp.cn:7777

Download and install certificate.
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Code:
upwp10.chinacloudapp.cn
7777

4. Open Insider app, click get builds
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7. Switch to Windows Insider app and now you can enroll for Windows 10 Technical Preview.
Choose Fast option.
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