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    Ordered new laptop, is there a software to "get rid of" all added Dell software crap?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by sidjtd, Feb 6, 2007.

  1. sidjtd

    sidjtd Notebook Enthusiast

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    Im getting a new laptop and I want to start fresh with nothing added in terms of extra bloatware.

    I know long time ago I found a progrma that uninstalls everything other than the OS so you can start fresh. Does anyone know what this program is called or a similiar program?
     
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    I'd really recommend a fresh reinstall.

    There is an excellent step-by-step guide in the Dell forum. It's stickied near the top.
     
    vespoli, Feb 6, 2007
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    sidjtd Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hey, thanks. I actually dont have a Dell, its an Asus but it still has bloatware. Does the same logic apply?
     
    sidjtd, Feb 6, 2007
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    Yes, the same logic would apply to any make/model. I just got a Dell and did a clean install and it is running great. I little time consuming, but well worth the wait.
     
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    You will have a better experience starting fresh than trying to "remodel" a current install. Basically you'll need an OS cd+key and drivers (available from manufacturers' website)

    Insert CD, boot to it, reinstall windows & then install drivers.
     
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    PC Decrapifier is probably what you need.

    CCleaner is a very good program, but it's Uninstall section is pretty much the Add/Remove of Windows in control panel. CCleaner is good for everything else (clearing cookies, internet cache, passwords, etc)
     
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    Oops.. thats the one I was looking for when I posted.
     
    pyro9219, Feb 7, 2007
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