Best Free Programs for New Windows Computers

What are some of the necessary apps and things to get for a Windows Computer?

A secure internet browser.

One of the first things I download is always the Brave Browser.
A Chromium based browser with advanced security features.
Download from Brave.com

Antivirus Program

After installing your updates, Windows will recommend to install antivirus program in addition to the built in Windows Defender Program.
A popular one is McAffee Antivirus, but it is not free.
Malwarebytes is a good free alternative. I have it set up to remind me to scan manually once per week. Since I use Brave Browser I don't need the extra features such as browser protection, so I skip this during install. I just stick to the free virus scan (after the 2 weeks of premium runs out) and hope for the best.

Computer Maintenance

CCleaner is a useful little tool I've always enjoyed.
Helps you with cleaning 'crap', duplicate files, and leftovers from programs you no longer use.

Office Tools

A windows computer comes with Microsoft Office but it requires you to be online to access your documents, unless you upgrade it.
A free alternative is OpenOffice (also known as NeoOffice).

Then it's time for my personal favorites apps.
Steam - Where I have collected and bought a lot of video games over the years.
Gimp - A free photo editing software (free photoshop).
ShotCut - Free Video Editing software.
Blender - 3D editing and modeling

What do you usually install on a new computer?
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