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Aug 17, 2025 12 min

Episode 103: Installation Methods — USB, PXE, Network, ISO

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Installing an operating system requires choosing the right method for the environment, and this episode explores all the major approaches. We start with the most familiar: bootable USB drives created using tools like Rufus or the Windows Media Creation Tool. Then we introduce PXE booting, which allows network-based installations using a centralized server and is commonly used in enterprise environments. We also explain the use of network shares and mapped drives for installations, as well as mounting ISO files directly within a virtual machine or pre-boot environment. Knowing which method is most efficient for a given situation helps you make smart recommendations and troubleshoot installation failures. These topics are especially

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