The fact that one can have an entire system at the tip of the thumb makes an USB boot drive a desired object among technology lovers. The most interesting feature of boot USB key is that it can perform all the functions of an entire operating system and can also be personalized as per the convenience of the user. But at the same time there are some aspects that one must keep in mind while installing windows from USB, considering which booting from USB will become very easy.

The first thing that needs your attention is that not all computers can be booted from a USB drive. Only those computers whose motherboards and Basic Input and Basic Output system BIOS is able to recognize the USB ports of the systems can enjoy the booting process. This is the first and basic requirement for a booting process to take place from a USB. Almost all latest computers support these features keeping in mind the requirement of the user and the advances in the computer technology.

Secondly, the memory space is never a problem for booting from USB. Most of the systems these days have large memory storage capacities that can accommodate the space needed for holding an entire working operating system. Thirdly, any USB drive that has a complete operating system installed on it is known as a USB boot drive. Linux operating system is the most preferred one while installing Linux from USB. However you can also install windows from USB, if the storage capacity of your system lets you do so.

Follow these simple steps to learn how to boot from USB: