Trying to get started with VMware’s virtualization app but lack an optical drive on your Apple computer? Here’s how to transform the ISO into a bootable flash drive for installing the hypervisor. With ...

These are instructions on how to create a bootable USB installer for macOS Sequoia. A bootable installer for macOS Sequoia is a great way to install the operating system across multiple Macs, ...

You’ve downloaded an ISO recovery disc, maybe used it to create a bootable USB key -- but does it work? Finding out can be a hassle as you close down applications ...

It's easy to make boot disks on old Macs for older hardware, but as the years have gone on, it's gotten a little more difficult. Here's how to make classic Mac OS 9 and early Mac OS X boot media on ...

Richard is the PC Hardware Lead at XDA and has been covering the technology industry for almost two decades. He's been building PCs since young, and when not creating content, you can often find him ...

Rufus is a free, portable utility that creates bootable USB flash drives from ISO files. As of 2026, the latest version is Rufus 4.13 — and it’s faster and more capable than ever, with built-in ...

If you ever have a problem with your Mac and cannot get it working through the normal methods, it might be time to try booting your computer from a USB drive such as a clone or other backup. Learning ...

Your new Mac doesn’t include an installation media. With the help of a GUI, Jack Wallen shows you how to create a handy flash drive for macOS. You bought that shiny ...