What can Rufus do?

Create Bootable Live USB Drive

Create bootable Live USB drive from OS images

Frequently Asked Questions About Rufus

What is the license type of Rufus?

Rufus is an Open Source Product.

Who developed Rufus?

Akeo Consulting has developed Rufus

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