Tuxboot

0.8.3 Bootable USB creator for Windows

Fernando Ortega

Create bootable USB drives with Linux operating systems using a simple and straightforward interface.

Freeware bootable drive creation software download, reviewed by Fernando Ortega
Create bootable USB drives for Clonezilla, DRBL, Gparted - Screenshot of Tuxboot
Make bootable USB drives - Screenshot of Tuxboot
User interface - Screenshot of Tuxboot
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Linux live disk creator for bootable drives with Clonezilla support.

Tuxboot is a utility which can create bootable USB drives.

The application is suitable for installing operating systems, not least of which is Linux, hence the name. It works perfectly as an alternative to burning a DVD or CD disc.

The interface of Tuxboot is very basic and includes a couple of options including the ability to create a bootable Clonezilla drive. It also supports gparted, drbl, Cloudboot and Tux2Live.

All that is required to create the bootable drive is an OS image such as a Live Linux distro. It can be in either 7Z or ISO format. The drive type can be defined as either USB Drive or Hard Drive.

In the end, a useful tool for installing linux from a USB device instead of wasting physical CD and DVD discs.

Features of Tuxboot

  • Automated setup: Automates the process of creating bootable USBs, saving time and effort.
  • Compatibility testing: Ensures compatibility with a wide range of hardware configurations and operating systems.
  • Customization options: Offers flexibility to customize bootable USB settings and configurations.
  • Data recovery: Utilize bootable USBs to recover lost or inaccessible data from faulty systems.
  • ISO compatibility: Supports a wide range of ISO files, allowing you to create bootable USBs for multiple systems.
  • Live operating system deployment: Deploy live operating systems directly from USB for testing or troubleshooting purposes.
  • Multi-boot support: Create USBs with multiple bootable operating systems, providing versatility and convenience.
  • Offline installation: Install operating systems and software without an Internet connection using bootable USBs.
  • Persistence storage: Enables persistent storage on USB drives, allowing you to save and access data across sessions.
  • Portable toolkit: Carry your essential tools and operating systems with you on a compact and portable USB drive.
  • Rescue tool deployment: Deploy rescue and recovery tools on USB for quick and efficient troubleshooting.
  • System maintenance: Perform system maintenance tasks using bootable USBs, such as disk management or virus scanning.
  • USB bootable creation: Easily create bootable USB drives for various operating systems and utilities.
  • User-friendly interface: Intuitive and straightforward interface for seamless navigation and USB creation.
  • Virtual machine support: Create bootable USBs for virtual machines, enhancing virtualization capabilities.

Compatibility and License

Tuxboot is provided under a freeware license on Windows from disk management with no restrictions on usage. Download and installation of this PC software is free and 0.8.3 is the latest version last time we checked.

Is Tuxboot for Windows 10?

Yes. It can run on a PC with Windows 11 or Windows 10. Previous versions of the OS shouldn't be a problem with Windows 8 and Windows 7 having been tested. It runs on both 32-bit and 64-bit systems with no dedicated 64-bit download provided.

Filed under:
  1. Tuxboot Download
  2. Free Disk Management
  3. Open source and GPL software
  4. Bootable Drive Creation Software
  5. Software for Windows 10
Tuxboot has been picked by our editors as very good.
Tuxboot has been tested for viruses and malware.
We have tested Tuxboot 0.8.3 against malware with several different programs. We certify that this program is clean of viruses, malware and trojans.