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What is Windows On the Go (Windows To Go)?

Windows To Go is a feature introduced by Microsoft in Windows 8, Windows 8.1, and Windows 10 (Enterprise editions) that allows users to boot and run Windows from a USB drive. Essentially, it lets you carry a fully functional Windows operating system on a certified USB drive, enabling you to use it on different computers without affecting the host system's existing OS. 

USB flash drives (called USB flash drive) have become an integral part of our everyday lives and are widely used for various purposes, mostly limited to storing data and performing basic tasks. However, the functions of the U-drive are too much and can run highly secure operating systems and process transactions, all of which these advanced features are due to a feature called "launch". The start-up U drive is a modern substitute for traditional boot drives, especially for operating system installations.

A small, portable and easy-to-use USB drive compared to a traditional disk. This article will provide detailed information about which USB drives can be booted, as well as how to work, how to build, and various applications in modern computing. At the end of this article, you will get a more comprehensive understanding of bootable USB drive so that you can make USB bootable on your own.

How to create a Windows On the Go USB?

In the last section, we have mentioned that AOMEI Partition Assistant provides can make a bootable USB drive. Here we will take how to make a bootable USB from ISO as an example.

Preparation work:

① Prepare an empty USB drive. To speed up the process, a USB 3.0 drive and computer with a USB3.0 port are recommended.

② Download the Windows ISO files from the Microsoft official site.

③ You can download the AOMEI Partition Assistant first and give it a try.

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Step 1. Plug the prepared USB drive in your Windows 10 computer and verify it is detected successfully. Run AOMEI Partition Assistant Professional. Click “Tools” in the top toolbar, and choose “Windows To Go Creator”.

Step 2. Here we choose the first option "Create Windows ToGo for personal computer".

Step 3. Choose "Create Windows ToGo with system disc/ISO" and select the prepared ISO files, then hit on "Next".

Step 4. In the subsequent window, choose the USB you plan to use. Then click the "Proceed" option to start making a bootable USB from ISO.

If you have don’t have prepared Windows ISO files, you can choose the second method in "Step 3" to create Windows bootable USB with current system.

Conclusion

Windows On the Go drives are an essential tool in modern computing, offering flexibility, portability, and ease of use compared to traditional CDs. They are particularly useful for repairing PCs, clean installing operating systems, and carrying a portable OS environment. With tools like AOMEI Partition Assistant, creating a bootable USB drive is straightforward and efficient, enabling users to handle a variety of tasks with minimal hassle. Whether for personal use or business needs, bootable USB drives provide a practical solution for system installation, maintenance, and restoration.

FAQs

1. What is a bootable USB drive? A bootable USB drive is an external storage device that contains an operating system and can be used to boot a computer. It serves as a modern alternative to boot CDs, allowing for easier OS installations, system repairs, and portable OS environments.

2. Why would I need to create a bootable USB drive? Creating a bootable USB drive is useful for several reasons, including repairing a non-booting PC, performing a clean installation of an operating system, and having a portable version of your OS that you can use on different computers.

3. What are the requirements for making a bootable USB drive? To create a bootable USB drive, you need a USB drive (preferably 32GB or larger), a computer with a USB port, the Windows ISO files, and a reliable tool like AOMEI Partition Assistant to create the bootable drive.

4. How can I create a bootable USB drive using AOMEI Partition Assistant? To create a bootable USB drive with AOMEI Partition Assistant, follow these steps:

1. Plug in the USB drive.
2. Open AOMEI Partition Assistant and select "Windows To Go Creator."
3. Choose "Create Windows To Go with system disc/ISO" and select your ISO file.
4. Select the USB drive and click "Proceed" to start the process.

5. Can I use a bootable USB drive on any computer? Yes, a bootable USB drive can be used on any computer that supports USB booting. This makes it a versatile tool for troubleshooting, installing operating systems, and accessing your OS environment on different machines.