Re: I'm confused
It's easy to get rid of the apps on a Windows 8/8.1/10 install:
Start PowerShell with admin privileges.
Type in:
get-appxpackage -allusers | remove-appxpackage
Hit Enter
All the unprotected packages will be zapped. A couple are protected e.g. Settings, Store etc. but it's best they stay in case you need them at some point
Are you sure you haven't left out a sudo somewhere? Or, an apt- over there?