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    ASUS A53SV-XE1 bloatware removal

    Discussion in 'Asus' started by tombow615, Nov 28, 2011.

  1. tombow615

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    Hello,
    I am uneducated when it comes to computers, strictly a user and not a techy by any means. I just purchased the above ASUS laptop, as I need to update our home computing needs. My question is: Bloatware is unessential software loaded by the manufacturer, correct? Would anyone please be willing to let me know which programs should NOT be removed and also how I go about removing non-essential software? I would GREATLY appreciate it.

    Thanks in advance,
    tombow615
    Proctor, MN
     
    tombow615, Nov 28, 2011
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  2. saturnotaku

    saturnotaku Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    saturnotaku, Nov 28, 2011
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  3. tombow615

    tombow615 Newbie

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    Thanks saturnotaku. I have reviewed at your suggestion and must say big THANK YOU to you for pointing me in the right direction. This is excellent info that I really needed.
     
    tombow615, Nov 28, 2011
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  4. Fenom96

    Fenom96 Notebook Evangelist

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    By the way, depending on the laptop dealer, you can have bloatware removed before it's shipped to you.
     
    Fenom96, Dec 1, 2011
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