Can I uninstall these HP programs?

Hi Charlie. I'm Greg, an installation specialist and 9 year Windows MVP, here to help you.

It depends on how much of a purist you are. Many enthusiasts won't run any factory bloatware and choose to do the best possible Clean Install following the illustrated steps in this link which include everything that works best in Windows 10: http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/wiki...

There is also an automated Fresh Start that reinstalls Windows while shedding factory bloatware that can cause issues and affect performance, saves your files, but doesn't clear the drive to get it cleanest: https://www.howtogeek.com/265054/how-to-easily-...

But some HP programs can be useful. CoolSense controls the fan speeds in case it gets hot.

Jumpstart is just an introductory app which pushes the most pernicious preinstalled bloatware McAfee or Norton (use Defender for best Windows Performance), nags you to register, etc. Same with Documentation. You can register if you want but they still owe you a year's Support and Warranty if you do or not. https://www.quora.com/What-are-the-uses-of-the-...

Support Assistant has some useful features like the Updater and link to Support and Diagnostics: https://support.hp.com/us-en/document/c03467905

Review here: https://www.quora.com/Is-HP-Support-Assistant-n...

HP System Event utility allows users to program further the Hotkeys which may also rely on it to function on some models. Discussion and replacement download here: https://h30434.www3.hp.com/t5/Notebook-Operatin...

Some models have an HP Wireless manager on top of Windows superior manager, but it requires disabling it before uninstalling.

I hope this helps. Feel free to ask back any questions and let us know how it goes. I will keep working with you until it's resolved.

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If you were to clean install Windows none of the above would be installed and the computer would work fine.

There are HP drivers, firmware and software that will improve performance or the end user's use of the computer.

Windows will automatically update most Microsoft and non-Microsoft drivers.

However Windows will rarely ever notify you for a BIOS update.

To learn about the driver and BIOS updates that can improve performance you can regularly visit the HP website.

Most of the time you will find little information and after a while are likely to stop visiting the website.

HP has created software which you can click to see if there are any HP drivers or firmware to update performance.

Having HP Support Assistant is a useful tool for these purposes.

The tool is launched when you need it.

To improve the performance of the new computer you can turn off most if not all non-Microsoft services and have the fastest boot times with the lowest CPU/memory consumption while gaming.  This is selective or clean boot.

Hi, Charlie,

1. HP CoolSense Technology is a feature in some HP notebook computers that combines hardware, software, and mechanical design to dynamically manage the temperature of a notebook, and help keep you comfortable while using it. - Source Should I Remove It
2. The HP Documentation program provides your HP Warranty document; Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices, and the User Guide for your computer. - Source - Should I Remove It
3. HP JumpStart Apps is a program developed by HP. The most used version is 7.0.21, with over 98% of all installations currently using this version. The software installer includes 16 files. A majority of the PCs this is running on, most OS versions are Windows 10. While about 87% of users of HP JumpStart Apps come from the United States, it is also popular in United Kingdom and Italy. -Source - Should I Remove It
4. HP JumpStart Bridge is a program developed by HP. The most used version is 1.1.0.168, with over 98% of all installations currently using this version. It adds a background controller service that is set to automatically run. Delaying the start of this service is possible through the service manager. A scheduled task is added to Windows Task Scheduler in order to launch the program at various scheduled times (the schedule varies depending on the version. - Source - Should I Remove It
5. HP JumpStart guides you through a multi-step welcome process that includes HP Registration, McAfee registration, HP Dropbox offer activation, and an HP JumpStart Concierge screen with tips to help you personalize your computer and install apps.

https://support.hp.com/us-en/document/c05241398

6. Resolve many common issues using HP Support Assistant’s troubleshooters and automated fixes. For example, Audio Check can diagnose and help fix issues if you having trouble hearing sound from your computer. Performance Tune-up Check can optimize your system to help improve performance and Operating System Check can analyze and help maintain Windows on your PC. When HP PC Hardware Diagnostics is installed, it can be launched directly from HP Support assistant to test components, such as your hard drive and memory, and identify potential hardware related issues. If the issue cannot be resolved with these tools, HP Support Assistant can help you find additional support resources specific to your device.

https://www8.hp.com/us/en/campaigns/hpsupportas...

7. The HP Software Framework provides a common set of software interfaces that centralize and simplify access to hardware, BIOS and HP specific windows drivers on supported notebooks with supported operating systems. - Source - Should I Remove It
8. The HP System Event Utility enables special function keys on the system to be programmed. - Source - Should I Remove It

Note: These are non-Microsoft websites. The pages appear to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the sites that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any products advertised on the sites before you decide to download and install them.

Thank you very much. I will not uninstall CoolSense, but I will everything else. Happy holidays!