New Laptop/PC Setup (Win/macOS) Checklist

Complete new computer setup and optimization checklist. Tick items right on this page (ticks save in your browser), print a clean copy, or open it in the private workspace to edit, reorder and export it.

3 sections 12 items ~3 hours free & printable

0 / 12 done

01 /

Initial Setup

0/4

Complete OS setup wizard
Connect to Wi-Fi
Sign in to account
Run system updates

02 /

Security

0/4

Enable firewall
Install antivirus software
Set up password manager
Enable automatic updates

03 /

Software

0/4

Install web browser
Install productivity apps
Set up cloud storage
Configure backup solution

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About this checklist

category · tech
sections · 3
items · 12
typical span · 3 hours
cost · free, no login

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