Microsoft may no longer support Windows To Go, but you can still make a portable Windows 11 installation — and it actually works okay.

Download the Media Creation Tool If you're in the clear, open Microsoft’s Download Windows 11 page on any compatible computer (it doesn’t need to be the PC on which you will install Windows 11).

Windows Media Creation tool is an excellent program that will help you create an installation media on your USB flash drive to install Windows OS on another computer.

The second option lets you install a fresh copy of Windows 11 through Microsoft’s media creation tool, which can place the installation file on a 8GB or higher USB drive.

This will help you if you need to install or reinstall Windows 8.1. Windows Installation Media Creation Tool It’s always better to keep the installation media handy.

Those wanting to use the Media Creation Tool to install the latest version of Windows 11, the 2023 Update (or 23H2), will be pleased to hear this is now possible.

Microsoft's Media Creation Tool offers an easy way to create a USB drive to install Windows 10.

Microsoft has provided three distinct ways to grab Windows 11 media and apply an upgrade yourself. These options are the media creation tool, ISOs, and the Windows 11 Installation Assistant.