I use MO2 with Lutris. NXM Link Handler does not function in my experience, but you can just manually download the mods and then install via mo2
Ublock Origin: No brainer. You can block just about every intrusive component of the modern internet with just this.
Stylus: Write CSS themes for websites
User-Agent Manager: For compatibility purposes, switch your user-agent to chromium on some websites
Libredirect
ClearURLs: Copy links without tracking or affiliation
Dark Reader: Dark mode everywhere
Temporary Containers: Provides some nifty shortcuts and features for creating temporary containers
You're not going to find an antivirus that isn't intrusive because that is their entire duty. However, Kaspersky has a very high malware detection rate compared to other AV solutions
I like the Ultrachrome CSS mod. It doesn't massively change the interface - but it looks a bit nicer imo
I mean linux is a better bet. Less bloat so it'll run better.
Otherwise, you can install windows 10 LTSC, use massgravel's activation scripts and use some anti-spyware tools such as windows spy blocker for the peak windows experience.
It's ironic that when a dev says its ok to pirate their game, I feel a greater urge to purchase it legitimately. Maybe it's because you have to be a certain level of cool to say that.
Editing the registry is also potentially dangerous and I have had to reinstall windows more than once because of it.
The fact that windows does not provide a safe configuration environment within which to make such changes, is most definitely a detriment.
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