The Windows Media Creation Tool is freely available, but it is not included with a typical Windows 10 installation. Microsoft has provided us a tool for creating a Windows 10 ISO file, but as is typical, it is not exactly simple to use. How to connect an Apple wireless keyboard to Windows 10 Microsoft offers Windows 11 for HoloLens 2 Windows 11 update brings Bing Chat into the taskbar Microsoft PowerToys 0.69.0: A breakdown of the new Registry Preview app SEE: Checklist: Securing Windows 10 systems (TechRepublic Premium) Must-read Windows coverage No matter how careful you are, no matter how prepared, you will need a Windows 10 ISO file someday. This basic operating principle is particularly true for those of us operating in the unpredictable world of information technology and business systems. Whether you are preparing for the infamous worst-case scenario or just want to have a backup on hand for testing purposes, creating a Windows 10 ISO file is a must. For more info, visit our Terms of Use page. This may influence how and where their products appear on our site, but vendors cannot pay to influence the content of our reviews. We may be compensated by vendors who appear on this page through methods such as affiliate links or sponsored partnerships. The free Windows Media Creation Tool from Microsoft grants you the power to create your own bootable Windows 10 backup, but you have to find and download it first.

How to Create an ISO File With Windows Media Creation Tool

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