Can i restore macbook air and get ilife again?

I bought a used macbook air mid 2011 model and it does not have the pre installed iLife apps. Is there a way where I can restore the macbook to factory settings and have those apps be available again so i dont have to buy each one individually?

No - they belong to the original purchaser - you will have to purchase your own copies
LN

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