设置一台新的Windows PC 很容易，但您需要花费一些精力和时间。我们总是错过一些重要的事情。你们中的一些人最近可能已经迁移到Windows 11/10，对你们来说，这将是一个巨大的飞跃。在这篇文章中，我们将分享一组设置新Windows PC 时应配置的设置。
如何设置新的Windows 11/10 PC
这些是我遵循并向大家推荐的一些提示，用于首次配置他们的 Windows 11/10 PC。但是，当然，这一切都取决于您的要求和需要。
- 设置 Internet 连接
- 卸载不需要的程序
- 安装您需要的程序。
- 运行 Windows 更新(Run Windows Update)并更新已安装的软件
- Windows 安全(Windows Security),受控文件夹访问(Controlled Folder Access)和勒索软件保护(Ransomware Protection)
- 确保系统还原(System Restore)正常工作
- 设置自动备份/恢复
- 创建可启动 USB 媒体
- 配置 Windows 更新
- 配置隐私设置
- 设置 OneDrive 和私人保管库
- 开启Storage Sense以更好地管理空间
- 强制 Windows在关机时关闭(Shutdown)应用程序(Apps)
- 将手机连接到 PC
- 使用终极 Windows Tweaker。
不包括在列表中，但它们的价格不到 50 美元，而且有很多是免费的。
如何配置新的Windows 11/10计算机
[Windows 10 设置]
1]设置互联网连接
首先，最好设置 Internet 连接(set up an Internet connection)。Windows 安装程序通常会在安装过程中要求连接到 Internet。如果您使用以太网电缆，则无需进行任何额外配置。但是，如果您连接到WiFi网络，请按照以下步骤操作
- 单击(Click)系统(System)托盘上的“地球”图标。
- PC 将扫描可用的WiFi网络。如果它找到你的，点击它。
- 输入(Enter)密码，确保选中“自动连接”，然后单击连接按钮。
如果您在连接WiFi时遇到问题，请按照我们的指南解决 WiFi 问题。(our guide to troubleshoot WiFi problems.)
2]卸载(Uninstall)您不想要的程序
Windows 附带一组预安装的程序和应用程序。并非所有程序都有用，因此您可以选择卸载这些程序(uninstall those programs)。
- 转到设置 > 应用程序和功能
- 选择应用程序，然后将其卸载。
我们编写了详细教程，介绍如何在 Windows 上完全卸载 UWP 应用(completely uninstall UWP apps on Windows)。
3]安装您需要的程序
下一步是安装您使用的应用程序。大多数应用程序都可以在线获得，因此您只需下载并安装它们。如果有激活密钥，请在您的电子邮件中找到它们。如果您在USB驱动器或 CD 上有驱动程序，请确保安装它们。
4]运行Windows Update(Run Windows Update)并更新已安装的软件
准备好初始设置后，我们强烈建议您运行Windows Update。您的更新可能已过时，或者有新版本的Windows。完成后，还要确保单独更新所有软件。
5] Windows 安全(Windows Security)、受控文件夹访问(Controlled Folder Access)和勒索软件保护(Ransomware Protection)
Microsoft Security Essentials已经发展成为我们今天所知的Windows 安全(Windows Security)。它是一款功能强大的防病毒和安全解决方案，可供所有Windows 10用户免费使用。如果您正在使用它，请确保配置受控文件夹访问以阻止应用程序和软件在未经许可的情况下访问文件夹。它确保保护您的计算机免受勒索软件的侵害。(safeguard your computer from Ransomware.)
6]确保系统还原(System Restore)正常工作
默认情况下启用系统还原(System Restore)功能。但是，确保启用系统还原(ensure that System Restore is enabled)始终是一个好主意。这是最重要的事情，也是最简单的方法，如果它变得无法操作，可以让计算机恢复工作状态。
7]设置(Set)自动备份Automatic Backup/Restore功能
Windows为(Windows)备份和恢复文件以及系统分区提供了内部解决方案。您可以安排、选择要备份的驱动器、文件等。确保始终将文件备份到外部驱动器。我总是建议使用Windows提供的(Windows)专业备份软件(professional backup software)。
8]创建可启动的USB媒体
万一您的 PC 遇到启动问题，可启动的 USB 媒体(bootable USB media)总是很方便。它将允许您启动进入高级恢复模式并对Windows 10进行故障排除。使用它，您可以启动进入安全模式，卸载在正常模式下无法卸载的软件，还可以使用还原点来恢复系统。
9]配置Windows更新
Windows 11 每年获得一次重大更新，Windows 10每年获得两次重大更新，如果您认为它可能会破坏您的Windows，那么您可以选择暂停 Windows 更新(Pause Windows Updates)。您可能还想关闭 Windows 更新传递优化。
10]配置隐私设置
Windows 提供了大量的隐私(Privacy)设置。阅读我们在 Windows 中配置隐私的详尽指南，或者您可以使用免费的隐私工具(free Privacy tools)，例如Win Privacy、Blackbird Privacy调整器等。
阅读(Read)：如何为老年人设置 Windows PC(How to set up a Windows PC for senior citizens)。
11]设置OneDrive和私人保险库
当您设置Windows时，它会提示您创建或使用现有的Microsoft帐户。当您这样做时，它会引入本机OneDrive集成。我强烈建议将您保存在桌面上的文件备份到它，并启用 Private Vault。(enable Private Vault.)OneDrive Personal Vault是现有 OneDrive 存储中的“安全”文件夹，您可以在其中上传或移动文件，并使用 2 因素身份验证将其锁定。
12]打开(Turn)存储感知(Storage Sense)以更好地管理空间
Windows提供了一个内置的清洁器，可以清除垃圾文件、下载文件夹(Downloads Folder)中的文件、空的回收站(Recycle)、旧的Windows安装文件等等。它被称为存储感知。开启后，它将每 30 天自动运行一次。
13]强制Windows(Force Windows)在关机(Shutdown)时关闭应用程序(Apps)
我相信你以前也经历过。Windows通常会卡住，因为它无法关闭正在运行的应用程序。在Windows 11/10中，您可以使用此技巧强制 Windows 在关闭时关闭应用程序。
14]将手机连接到PC
YourPhone App是一款非常有用的应用程序，可在Windows 11/10上查看手机通知。您可以接收短信(SMS)、回复短信、通过蓝牙(Bluetooth)接听电话、与手机上的通知交互等等。
15]使用终极Windows Tweaker(15] Use Ultimate Windows Tweaker)
您可以下载并使用我们的便携式免费软件Ultimate Windows Tweaker来调整Windows以满足您的要求。您还可以下载免费工具FixWin并随身携带——以防您需要修复 PC 的某些功能。
我希望这些建议很容易理解，并且您可以在开始时配置Windows 11/10中的设置。
相关阅读(Related read)：如何使用 Windows PC - 初学者指南。
How to set up & configure a new Windows 11/10 computer
Setting up a new Windows PC is easy, but you will have to take some effort and spare some time. There is always something important that we miss. Some of you may have recently moved to Windows 11/10, and for you, it will be a big jump. In this post, we arе sharing a set of settings you should configυre when settіng up а new Windows PC.
How to set up a new Windows 11/10 PC
These are some of the tips which I follow and recommend to everyone to configures their Windows 11/10 PC for the first time. But of course, it all depends on your requirements and need.
- Set up an Internet connection
- Uninstall programs you don’t want
- Install the programs you need.
- Run Windows Update & update installed software
- Windows Security, Controlled Folder Access and Ransomware Protection
- Ensure that System Restore is working
- Set up Automatic Backup/Restore
- Create a bootable USB media
- Configure Windows Update
- Configure Privacy settings
- Set up OneDrive & Private Vault
- Turn on Storage Sense to better manage space
- Force Windows to close Apps at Shutdown
- Connect your phone to your PC
- Use Ultimate Windows Tweaker.
Not included in the list, but They will cost you less than $50, and there are many available for free.
How to configure a new Windows 11/10 computer
[Windows 10 Settings]
1] Set up an Internet connection
First, it is best to set up an Internet connection. Windows setup usually asks to connect to the internet during the setup. If you use an ethernet cable, then you don’t need to go through any extra configuration. However, if you connect to a WiFi network, then follow these steps
- Click on the ‘Globe’ icon on the System tray.
- The PC will scan for available WiFi network. if it finds yours, click on it.
- Enter the password, make sure to check “Automatically connect,” and then click on the connect button.
If you have a problem connecting to WiFi, then follow our guide to troubleshoot WiFi problems.
2] Uninstall programs you don’t want
Windows comes with a set of pre-installed programs & apps. Not all will be useful, so you can choose to uninstall those programs.
- Go to Settings > Apps and Features
- Select the app and then uninstall it.
We have written a detailed tutorial on how you can completely uninstall UWP apps on Windows.
3] Install the programs you need
The next step is to install the apps that you use. Most of the applications are available online, so all you need is to download them and install them. If there are activation keys, find them in your email. If you have Drivers on a USB drive or CD, make sure to install them.
4] Run Windows Update & update installed software
Once you have the initial setup ready, we highly recommend you run Windows Update. Your update might be outdated, or there is a new version of Windows. Once done that, also make sure to update all the software individually.
5] Windows Security, Controlled Folder Access and Ransomware Protection
Microsoft Security Essentials has grown to what we know today as Windows Security. It is a powerful antivirus & security solution that is available for all Windows 10 users for free. If you are using it, make sure to configure Controlled Folder access to block apps and software from accessing folders without permission. It makes sure to safeguard your computer from Ransomware.
6] Ensure that System Restore is working
The System Restore feature is enabled by default. However, it is always a good idea to ensure that System Restore is enabled. It is the most important thing, and the easiest way to bring back the computer to a working condition if it becomes inoperable.
7] Set up Automatic Backup/Restore feature
Windows offers an in-house solution for backup and restore files, and system partitions. You can schedule, choose which drives to backup, files, and more. Make sure to always backup files to an external drive. I always suggest using professional backup software apart from what Windows has to offer.
8] Create a bootable USB media
A bootable USB media will always be handy in case your PC faces starting problems. It will allow you to boot into the advanced recovery mode and troubleshoot Windows 10. Using this, you can boot into safe mode, uninstall software that does not uninstall in normal mode, and also use Restore point to recover the system.
9] Configure Windows Update
Windows 11 gets one major update a year and Windows 10 gets two major updates every year, and if you believe that it could break your Windows, then you opt to Pause Windows Updates if you wish. You might want to also turn off Windows Update Delivery Optimization.
10] Configure Privacy settings
Windows offers a plethora of settings for Privacy. Read our extensive guide to configuring Privacy in Windows, or you can use free Privacy tools like Win Privacy, Blackbird Privacy tweaker, and more.
Read: How to set up a Windows PC for senior citizens.
11] Setup OneDrive & Private Vault
When you set up Windows, it will prompt you to create or use an existing Microsoft account. When you do so, it brings in native OneDrive integration. I would strongly suggest backup up files that you keep on the desktop to it, and enable Private Vault. OneDrive Personal Vault is a ‘secure’ folder inside your existing OneDrive storage where you can upload or move files and lock them down with 2-factor authentication.
12] Turn on Storage Sense to better manage space
Windows offers an inbuilt cleaner that can get rid of junk files, files in Downloads Folder, empty Recycle bin, old Windows installation files, and more. Its called Storage Sense. Once turned on, it will run automatically every 30 days.
13] Force Windows to Close Apps at Shutdown
I am sure you have experienced this before. Windows usually get stuck because it is not able to close the running applications. In Windows 11/10, you can use this trick to force Windows to close apps at shutdown.
14] Connect your phone to your PC
YourPhone App is an incredibly useful app to see notifications of your phone on Windows 11/10. You can receive SMS, reply to them, accept calls over Bluetooth, interact with notifications on the phone, and more.
15] Use Ultimate Windows Tweaker
You may download and use our portable freeware Ultimate Windows Tweaker to tweak Windows to suit your requirements. You could also download the free tool FixWin and keep it handy – in case you need to repair some functions of your PC.
I hope the suggestions were easy to follow, and you were able to configure the settings in Windows 11/10 when you get started.
Related read: How to use Windows PC – Beginners Guide.
