This is the method used by the official and the older Windows 7 USB/DVD Download Tool .
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Creating bootable USB media for the installation of Windows 11 requires strict adherence to specific file system and partition style protocols. Due to the file size of modern Windows Image (WIM) files exceeding 4GB, and the dominance of UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface) in contemporary hardware, the formatting requirements have shifted from legacy standards. This paper outlines the technical specifications required for a successful Windows 11 USB installation drive, contrasting the correct methodology with legacy practices.