To create a bootable flash drive using Rufus,

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Certainly! Here are step-by-step instructions on how to create a bootable flash drive using Rufus, accompanied by image descriptions for each step by Dr Proxy:

Step 1: Download Rufus
Visit the official Rufus website at https://rufus.ie/ and download the latest Rufus compatible with your operating system.
 

 
Step 2: Insert the USB flash drive
Insert the USB flash drive into an available USB port on your computer. Make sure to back up any important data from the flash drive, as the process will format it.
 
 
Step 3: Open Rufus
Launch the Rufus application that you downloaded.
 

Step 4: Select the USB drive
In Rufus, you should see a drop-down menu labeled "Device." Select your USB flash drive from the list. Be careful to choose the correct drive, as all data on it will be erased.
 

 
Step 5: Choose the ISO image
Locate the "Boot selection" section and click the "Select" button next to it. Browse your computer's file system and select the ISO image file you want to create a bootable flash drive from. Click "Open" to proceed.
 
 
Step 6: Configure Rufus settings
Rufus offers various settings that you can configure according to your needs. For most cases, the default settings should work fine. However, if you have specific requirements, you can adjust options like partition scheme, file system, cluster size, etc. It's usually recommended to leave these settings at their defaults unless you have a specific reason to change them.

 
Step 7: Start the process
Once you have configured the settings, click the "Start" button in Rufus to begin the process. A warning message will appear, informing you that all data on the USB drive will be destroyed. Make sure you have backed up any important data, then click "OK" to proceed.
 
 
Step 8: Wait for the process to complete
Rufus will format the USB drive and copy the ISO image contents to make it bootable. The time it takes depends on the size of the ISO file and the speed of your USB drive.
 
 
Step 9: Boot from the USB drive
After the process completes, your bootable USB flash drive is ready to use. Restart your computer and enter the BIOS or boot menu (usually by pressing a specific key during startup, such as F2 or F12). Select the USB drive as the primary boot device, save the changes, and exit the BIOS/UEFI settings. Your computer should now boot from the USB drive.
 
That's it! You have successfully created a bootable flash drive using Rufus. Remember to safely eject the USB drive when you're finished using it.