can actually fit under 500MB-1GB and will run significantly faster than a stripped-down Windows 10. Windows 10 LTSC
If you truly need the smallest possible Windows 10, do not trust third-party downloads. Build it yourself using or MSMG Toolkit . Here is a high-level guide:
Removing core components often breaks functionality. You might find that:
, the "500MB" target became a "holy grail" for extreme enthusiasts using tools like The Trade-off: