Software
Useful when choosing
Good software makes the computer ready for work, learning, and data protection. Here you will find operating systems, office suites, and programs for graphics, PDF, and video, as well as antivirus programs – with boxed, OEM, and electronic licenses and subscriptions.
How to choose
- Operating system. Windows 11 Home is for home use, while Windows 11 Pro adds business features – disk encryption, remote desktop, and domain management. Choose Bulgarian or English language depending on which one you will work with.
- Office and applications. Office suites for documents, spreadsheets, and presentations are sold with a one-time license or an annual subscription. Here are also programs for graphic design, text recognition, and PDF processing.
- Antivirus protection. Antivirus programs protect against malware, phishing sites, and data theft. They are usually sold for a specific number of devices and duration.
- Type of license. The boxed version comes with media or a key in packaging. OEM licenses are intended for new computers. Electronic licenses are received as a key and activated without physical media.
What to watch out for
- Check whether the license is for one computer or multiple devices and for what duration.
- Subscriptions are renewed every year – see what happens to files and features if you do not continue.
- Check the requirements for the computer – newer versions of Windows require modern hardware.
- Educational and business versions have their own usage conditions – check if you meet them.
- Keep the key and the purchase document – you may need them when reinstalling.
- Download installations only from the official website of the manufacturer – unofficial sources often hide malware.
Compatibility
Most programs are for Windows, and some of them also work on macOS, iOS, and Android – this is indicated for each product. For office suites and antivirus programs, check how many devices the license is for if you want to use them on both a laptop and a phone. For corporate purchases, ensure that the number of licenses matches the number of employees and devices. If you are building a new computer, you can add an operating system right when ordering through the configurator.