So You Bought A New Computer. Now What?

Our digital savant shares tips for setting up a new system and keeping clutter to a minimum

By Alain StephensJuly 20, 2017 10:05 am,

We’ve all done it – spent hours researching that perfect computer, eventually shelling out hundreds, sometimes thousands of dollars for the perfect system. Unfortunately, as soon as you boot it up, you’re greeted by options, questions, and updates.

To help sort through the clutter, digital savant Omar Gallaga of 512Tech powered by the Austin American-Statesman shares his suggestions for setting up a new system.

What you’ll hear in this segment:

– How to uninstall programs you don’t need

– Tips for transferring files efficiently

– Options for backing up your information

 

Written by Rachel Rascoe.