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Install Disk Creator vs Windows Deployment Services

A side-by-side look at Install Disk Creator and Windows Deployment Services. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Install Disk Creator

Install Disk Creator

Os & Utilities

Install Disk Creator is open-source software for Windows that allows you to easily create a bootable USB drive to install Linux distributions or other operating systems. It supports ISO and ZIP files and can be used to try out Linux without altering your Windows installation.

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Windows Deployment Services

Windows Deployment Services

Network & Admin

Windows Deployment Services (WDS) is a server role in Windows Server that enables the rapid deployment of Windows operating systems over a network. It works by using PXE boot to allow client devices to boot and install Windows over the network rather than from a CD or USB drive.

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