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Windows 10 EOL: Media Creation Tool Fails Just Before Support Ends

Microsoft confirms the Windows 11 Media Creation Tool version 26100.6584 fails on Windows 10 systems right before Windows 10 end-of-life. The tool closes without errors and lacks Arm64 compatibility. Microsoft recommends direct ISO downloads as a temporary solution.

Windows 10 end-of-life preparations hit an unexpected snag as Microsoft confirmed critical failures in the Windows 11 Media Creation Tool affecting users attempting last-minute upgrades. The timing couldn’t be worse—with Windows 10 support ending October 14, 2025, this tool failure complicates migration efforts for millions of users and IT administrators relying on this essential utility.

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by Jessica Moore P.E.October 14, 2025

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How to Reduce Windows 11 to 2GB Using Nano11 Debloat Tool

Discover how the Nano11 debloat tool can dramatically reduce Windows 11 installation size from over 5GB to just 2GB. This comprehensive guide walks through the PowerShell scripting process, component removal, and performance testing for a leaner operating system experience.

Windows 11 optimization reaches new extremes with innovative debloating tools that can shrink installation size to just 2GB. While Microsoft’s latest operating system presents a polished interface, many users seek to eliminate unnecessary components and bloatware that consume valuable storage space. The emergence of custom PowerShell scripts like Nano11 demonstrates how aggressive component removal can create remarkably compact Windows installations while maintaining core functionality.