Carrying a complete, bootable Windows installation on a pocket-sized SSD is no longer sci‑fi tinkering and, for many users, it’s a practical productivity tool: by cloning a current Windows setup to an external drive you can boot your exact environment — apps, shortcuts, settings and files — on...
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Whether you're a seasoned Linux enthusiast, a hobbyist tinkerer, a prospective Windows convert, or just curious about the breadth of modern computing, the simple act of booting an operating system from a USB flash drive can rewrite your expectations of desktop computing. Live booting—where you...
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Running Windows 11 directly from a USB drive offers a flexible solution for users who wish to test new features, modify settings, or operate within a portable environment without altering their primary system. This method, often referred to as creating a "Windows To Go" workspace, enables the...
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Rufus, the stalwart utility trusted by millions for creating bootable USB drives, has once again raised the bar with its 4.8 release. This is not just another routine update—it’s a substantial leap forward, especially for those who regularly manage Windows ISOs. At the heart of its advancements...
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Few tools in the Windows ecosystem command the same universal respect and utility as Rufus—a powerhouse for anyone seeking to create bootable USB drives quickly and reliably. With the release of Rufus 4.8, this much-loved utility has taken a giant leap forward, promising faster Windows ISO...
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Here’s a summary of what’s new and important in Rufus 4.8, based on the provided article:
Key Changes & Improvements in Rufus 4.8:
Major Speed Boost (WIMLIB Integration):
Rufus now uses wimlib for all Windows Imaging (WIM) processing.
This results in much faster image analysis when opening...
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For those who have spent any time experimenting with Linux, the experience of “try-before-you-install” is nothing short of liberating. Insert a USB drive, boot into a Live session, and, with a few clicks, you can permanently install the operating system—or you can just use it as a portable OS...
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is it possible to install windows 10 live usb version on ventoy ? also add a seperate package for windows 10 installer ? so i need to return my ssd for warrenty and in the meantime i have no boot drive, during this time i have to use a 32gb pen drive as a boot drive. what are my options ?
Hello, I want to use Windows To Go technology, but there is a problem. After I create WinToGo, it boots well, but then most of the applications that require an activated license say they are now deactivated, and I need that to not happen.
PC 1 - Win10 Pro source disk
Stick 1 - Aomei Partition...
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when I update Feature update to Windows 10, version 2004 on release preview I get error 'windows cannot be installed because this pc has an unsupported disk layout for uefi. then run into other problems.
I have dual boot release preview and fast ring on separate hard drive. now I tried to...
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I've created Windows to GO disk, and I have a problem on some computers. After start booting I get message "A read disk error occured Press ctrl+alt+delete to restart". On some computers the portable os is running without problems.
You can use Windows To Go, a feature in Windows 10 Enterprise (and previous versions), to provision a USB drive with a complete and managed Windows 10 system image. You can insert the USB drive (known as a Windows To Go workspace) into a managed or unmanaged Windows 10 host computer to boot and...
I am using Windows 10 Build 9926 and trying to create a 8.1 win2go disk. I am using Aomei to create it. I cannot get it to boot up. I have set my first boot priority using USB UEFI Hard Disk to boot into.
PNY 32 gig USB 2.0 Flash Drive.
What am I doing wrong?
HI,
I have been running into an issue and see if anyone else has had the same experience and what was the resolution.
I am trying to get windows 8 to go, to work from a usb flash drive. I do all the steps that are necessary in order to get windows 8 to boot from the usb flash drive and to set...
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There will be two versions of the OS available: Windows 10 Technical Preview and Windows 10 Technical Preview for Enterprise. According to a spokeswoman for Microsoft, both have the same functionality, but the Windows 10 Technical Preview for Enterprise also includes current enterprise...
SPYRUS today announced the world's first 256GB high-capacity versions of their Microsoft certified Portable Workplace, Secure Portable Workplace, WorkSafe, and WorkSafe Pro portable SSD live drives for ...
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This guide provides an overview of Windows To Go deployment for schools. It is for IT pros and discusses the benefits, limitations, and processes involved in deploying Windows To Go.
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I just bought a new laptop here in Argentina, and wanted to download windows 8.1 from the win store.
But I got this message when I opened the store.
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in English that means; Windows Store is not available in windows work areas to go.
What is Windows To Go?
Hi my laptop got stolen so I bought a new one here in Argentina.
The problem is that the system is in Spanish and I haven't been able to change it to English Im also totally new with Windows 8.
I have tried my best to read all kinds of guides and stuff but it seems to be so many problems that I...
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