From 2a41088a9730516445bb41a580b0de4913e9b39a Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: mathbreed <229751328+mathbreed@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Sat, 13 Sep 2025 14:11:04 +0800 Subject: [PATCH] added suggestion for user to keep Windows for future firmware upgrades --- content/INSTALL.md | 4 ++++ 1 file changed, 4 insertions(+) diff --git a/content/INSTALL.md b/content/INSTALL.md index 12fd03b..b917b34 100644 --- a/content/INSTALL.md +++ b/content/INSTALL.md @@ -31,6 +31,10 @@ Before installation, the following checks are recommended: - Disable booting from USB (some manufacturers allow firmware changes from live systems). - Set a BIOS password to prevent tampering. +As firmware updates for devices are often released only in .exe format, you are advised to shrink, but not delete, the Microsoft Windows system, and install firmware updates there as they are released. If your device does not come with a Windows installation, you may want to use [rufus](https://github.com/pbatard/rufus) to create a Windows To Go USB thumbdrive. + +Up-to-date firmware plays a significant role in overall device security. It is suggested that you bookmark the firmware updates page of your specific device, and check regularly if any update has been published. Alternatively, boot to Windows and check for firmware updates in Windows Update, under the Optional Updates page. +
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