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5 free Windows PC apps I always install first (and how they improve your workflow)


Every time I get a new PC, I install these five apps before I do anything else. Here's why.

Every time I buy a new computer, I always install these five first for their ability to improve my user experience right away, either by enhancing my workflow or by making internet browsing smoother. Brave Shields stop third-party trackers, phishing attempts, cross-page cookies, and malware from reaching you. If you want to enhance your privacy protection even further, Brave supports extensions from other Chromium-based browsers like Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge.

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