Windows Apps

Windows Software 

Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, &Windows 11

Should I upgrade to Windows 11?

Yes you should upgrade to Windows 11, if your computer supports Windows 11. If not, then it is probably time to get a new computer.

Office 365

Yes - a great option, a yearly subscription that give you the latest MS Office applications and cloud backup for you computer.

Window 7

Please note that Windows 7 will no longer be supported by Microsoft as of January 2020.  Now is the time to plan your upgrade.  Why - if Microsoft does not release any security updates, the Windows XP systems will be vulnerable to security issues.

Windows XP

Please note that Windows XP will no longer be supported by Microsoft as of April 2014.  Now is the time to plan your upgrade.  Why - if Microsoft does not release any security updates, the Windows XP systems will be vulnerable to security issues.

AntiVirus 

Microsoft Security Essentials  http://microsoft.com/security_essentials (free) or Windows Defender (Windows 10)

Spyware

Malwarebytes.org  http://malwarebytes.org (free version)

Backup

Microsoft One Drive - is a great option if your paying for Office 365.

Carbonite (Basic Version)  $56.99 a year  https://www.carbonite.com/

Built in Windows 10 & Windows 11 backup software (requires external USB hard drive)