It is very easy for me to maintain my computer in order. Cause it is Mac.
The first thing what I set is automatically updating the system. That is already built into MacOS now. Some time ago this option was not built in the system.
I do not have antivirus. I try to not visit deep web and porno sites.
Also, I try not to install malware and software from unidentified sites.
I installed Little Snitcher which shows me the work processes that connect to the Internet.
I don’t do daily maintenance because there is no need for them.
Monthly I clean my desktop and delete all unnecessary files from hard drive. Also, I scan it for errors.
Once in half a year I reinstall the operating system. It is so simple and nice to do from Backup 🙂
There are important actions immediately after installing the system and not below. If there is a solid foundation it is easier to build something sustainable, a working perfect Operating System, in this case.