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