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Free utility tool for Windows

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BRU 0/5

Bloatware Removal Utility (BRU) is a free Windows utility tool developed by arcadesdude. This tool is open-source and exists to help with the removal of bloatware and general digital junk. Through meticulous testing, we’ve determined that the utility runs smoothly without error between Windows 7 and 11. 

BRU is similar in function to other Windows utility tools like AppBuster and BCUninstaller. All three of these are in an essential class of apps in terms of modern computing that let you purge your system of preinstalled bloatware that could decrease performance. 

Bloatware

Bloatware is a term that refers to pre-installed system apps and settings that largely serve no purpose to the average PC user. In some cases, bloatware means apps from partners to try and push sales or serve as advertising campaigns for future product use. 

New PCs are loaded with bloatware which takes up a lot of space you could use for more useful apps, and they cause tremendous performance deficits in most cases. Apps like BRU let you nip bloatware right after your first Out-of-Box-Experience (OOBE). 

Easy to use

Bloatware Removal Utility (BRU) is a highly functional and portable Windows cleanup tool. You can essentially use it from startup by simply opening the associated .bat file. You’ll need to hit Run as Administrator to get BRU started, though. This Bloatware Removal Utility’s GUI is incredibly easy to navigate and has a Toggle Suggested Bloatware feature to help you identify and get rid of bloatware even more easily. 

Not just for bloatware

BRU is so much more than a bloatware removal utility. You can also use BRU to facilitate the identification and removal of Windows 10 Universal Windows Platform (UWP) apps. This means that with BRU installed, you no longer have to go to the Microsoft, Windows, or Xbox stores to get rid of apps you no longer need. It’s one utility for all your app management needs. 

Bloatware removal made easy

BRU takes the time and effort out of keeping your PC in ship shape. You can get rid of those pesky bits of bloatware and restore the performance of your PC. The best thing about this Bloatware Removal Utility is that its free and open-source nature means you have the ability to alter its code to better suit your needs. 

BRU proves that PC maintenance doesn’t have to be complicated, take hours to complete, or cost an arm, a leg, and a few teeth. 

Technical

Title
BRU 1.0 for Windows
Requirements
  • Windows 10
  • Windows 11
Language
English
Available languages
English
License
Free
Latest update
Author
arcadesdude
SHA-1
c5063d3df183e5adb476a752fc29d15a5b53054b
Filename
BRU-12-05-2021.zip

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Changelog

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