Ask HN: Is it uncomfortable installing unfamiliar tools on a personal machine?

[Molqs]

I recently built a new machine for development. The Ryzen 7 processor came with The Division 2. However AMD wants me to install a product verification tool to prove I have said processor on my machine. Never mind the fact I have already had to send them an invoice and screenshot proving I got a game code from my retailer.

I feel so uncomfortable installing some strange tool on my brand new machine.

Does anyone feel like this on their personal machines?

Is it normal to be this protective?

I'd gladly take a pass on a free game if it meant no potential spyware on my machine.

[ohiovr]

Thanks to backintime and timeshift I can install anything I want at will and go back if it messes my system up.