Simplified Windows 11 Setup Guide for Beginners

Step 1: Debloat Windows 11

1. Download the debloat tool:
   • Visit Win11Debloat Releases Page
   • Click Get.ps1 under "Assets" to download
2. Run the tool:
   • Open your downloads folder.
   • Right-click Get.ps1 → "Run with PowerShell"
   • Press A + Enter when prompted about execution policy
   • Select Option 1 + Enter when menu appears

Step 2: Install Firefox & uBlock Origin

1. Install browser:
   • Download Firefox from official site
   • Run installer with default settings
2. Add ad-blocker:
   • Open Firefox → Click the burger menu ≡ (top-right menu)
   • Select "Settings" → "Extensions & Themes" (left sidebar)
   • Search for ublock origin → Select official extension
   • Click "Add to Firefox" → Enable for private browsing

Step 3: Install KeePassXC Password Manager

1. Download and install:
   • Get installer from official site
   • Run installer → Follow prompts (check "Create shortcut")
2. Create password database:
   • Open KeePassXC → Click "Create New Database"
   • Name your database (e.g., "My Passwords")
   • Set MASTER PASSWORD (remember this!):
     1. Use a memorable and funny sentence, for example: The loliPOPS love jumping 5 fences!
     2. This will be your ONLY essential password
   • Save database in easy location (e.g., Desktop)
   • Add logins: Click + button to save new entries

Step 4: Adjust Privacy Settings

1. Open Settings:
   • Press Windows key → Type settings → Enter
2. Search for privacy
3. Disable tracking:
   • Go to "Privacy & security" → "General" → Toggle OFF all options
   • Select "Diagnostics & feedback" → Toggle OFF all options
   • Select "Activity history" → Toggle OFF all options → Click "Clear history"

Step 5: Disable Notifications

• Right-click notifications icon (bottom-right taskbar)
• Select "Turn off all notifications" or disable individually

Step 6: Restart Your Computer

Caveats

This does not turn your Windows into a bastion of security. It only makes it slightly more secure. Alternatives exist if you need more security than this.