Answer: When you get a new computer usually there are a number of programs included that it asks you if you want to install. Many of these are trial programs you can use for a month or two. The programs usually include an antivirus program, an office program and picture programs. I suggest installing the ones you will use or want to try, but not others. If they ask to install a toolbar or search program I suggest normally saying “no” to the toolbar or search program.

Remember when you install the trial ones either you have to buy at end of trial or get another program if you want to use that type program. Some offer good prices to upgrade to the full version online and some are high-priced. Microsoft has had recent good deals on upgrades from trial offers.

Make sure you keep an antivirus program on your computer and keep it updated. For a free antivirus program like AVG, go to free.avg.com. Some ISPs let you get Norton or McAfee for free. I like Norton.

Send your questions to Dwight Watt at dwight@dwightwatt.com. He teaches at a technical college in northwest Georgia and does consulting work for businesses and individuals. His website is www.dwightwatt.com.