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Discussions about fresh Windows setups often focus on which third-party tools remain necessary. Recent threads highlight that built-in Windows utilities now handle tasks like archive extraction, storage cleanup, clipboard history, and screenshot annotation, reducing the need for separate apps such as 7-Zip. Users share advice on what to skip after a fresh setup to keep the system lean and reduce background services. The tag covers practical tips for streamlining a new Windows installation by leveraging native features.
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    What to Skip After Fresh Windows Setup: Built-In Tools Replace 7-Zip & More

    Windows has quietly crossed a threshold that longtime PC users may not have noticed: several once-essential utilities are now redundant for everyday use. In 2026, the operating system can compress and extract modern archive formats, clean up storage automatically, sync clipboard history, capture...