How can I completely wipe a company laptop for personal use?

Another option is to ditch Windows altogether and install Linux. It's a great way to keep things secure and it's generally lighter on resources. If you're not planning to use any company software again, just format the drive and start fresh—it'll be your laptop then with no traces left for sure!

The best way to go about this is to do a clean install of Windows. Before you start, make sure the laptop isn't still tied to any company MDM (Mobile Device Management) software, as that can reinstall everything once you connect to the internet. If it is clear, you can use a USB stick with the Microsoft Media Creation Tool to set up the installation. Just boot from it, wipe your hard drive, and install from scratch, and you'll be good to go!

Another approach is simply replacing the hard drive entirely, especially if you want to avoid traces of the old setup. You could use a larger drive, which would give you more space for your downloads. Once you've set it up with a fresh install, you're all set!

If you’re okay with using a USB stick, just grab the Media Creation Tool from Microsoft’s website and follow the prompts to set it up. Wipe all existing partitions, and then install the new OS. Don’t forget to download any necessary drivers afterward!

Make sure you won't need this laptop for work-related tasks anymore! If you're just planning to use it for torrents, that makes things easier. Just do a clean installation of Windows to start fresh. If there's any MDM involved, you'll need to talk to your IT department to clear that up since they might need to release it.