It's always a good idea to have several Windows ISO images of supported versions on hand. There will always be a computer to rescue, an official file to extract, or an installation to rebuild from scratch, but none of that is possible without a local copy of the image. There are different methods and routes to obtain clean and safe downloads, but today we'd like to add the brand new Hasleo Windows ISO Downloader, whose portable version doesn't exceed two megabytes.
The Chaos of Official Microsoft Downloads
If you need a copy of Windows 10, the page forces you to get the "Media Creation Tool". For Windows 11, the section gives you access to both the tool and the ISO images, while for Windows 8.1, the only valid option is the image.
In other words, even Redmond can't agree on a uniform experience. In fact, many users feel more comfortable exploring alternative download solutions. In the past, we've talked about the Adguard site (which still works very well), and the latest builds of Rufus, which besides downloading ISOs can also bypass TPM and Secure Boot in Windows 11.
How to Download Windows ISO Images with Hasleo Windows ISO Downloader
The program offers portable versions in 32 and 64 bits, and both work without a hitch. There are four download options to select: first the version, then the edition (almost all images are multi-edition now), the language, and finally the architecture. When you click Download, Hasleo Windows ISO Downloader will ask you for the exact location to save the image. It's worth noting that the program seems to apply pre-allocation, so it first occupies the disk space, and then starts the download.
As this is version 1.0, Hasleo Windows ISO Downloader still needs to incorporate several details. For example, more feedback about the download itself is needed. A simple percentage indicator is insufficient, and personally I'd like to see a progress of downloaded megabytes, download speed, elapsed time, and remaining time. We'll be waiting.
Download Hasleo Windows ISO Downloader (mirror): Click here
