What is Bloatware?
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Defines bloatware and its impact on device performance and security
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Recently, your computer has been running super slow, but you don't know why. When you get a new computer, it often comes with a bunch of pre-installed applications, but there are some that provide no benefit to you. This is called bloatware. This is software that takes up space, slows down your computer, and can even drain your battery quicker. [music] You can get bloatware from app trials, pre-installed applications on new devices, or from adware. To get rid of bloatware, you can just uninstall unwanted apps, but this process takes time. So, you contact Kirk and Myron Tech instead.
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Not everything that comes pre-installed on your device is there for your benefit.
Some of it can slow performance, create risk, and add unnecessary clutter.
#IT #Infosec #Cybersecurity #Software #Tips
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