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{{Infobox bootleg |
{{Infobox bootleg |
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|screenshot = XP 75MB Desktop.png |
|screenshot = XP 75MB Edition Desktop.png |
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|original_os = [[:Category:Bootlegs based on Windows XP|Windows XP SP2]] |
|original_os = [[:Category:Bootlegs based on Windows XP|Windows XP SP2]] |
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|release_date = August 31, 2008 |
|release_date = August 31, 2008 |
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== Description == |
== Description == |
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As the name suggests, this bootleg is an attempt to get a slim version of Windows XP down to 75 MB, which is rather impressive for a SP2 build. As a result, practically everything has been removed, leaving only the essentials for running the OS. |
As the name suggests, this bootleg is an attempt to get a slim version of Windows XP down to 75 MB, which is rather impressive for a SP2 build. As a result, practically everything has been removed, leaving only the essentials for running the OS. It is unattended and preactivated. |
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By default, the system creates and logs into a user named "Doni". |
By default, the system creates and logs into a user named "Doni". |
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The bootleg was made using nLite 1.4.8. |
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== Changes from Windows XP SP2 == |
== Changes from Windows XP SP2 == |
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=== Changes in pre-desktop procedures === |
=== Changes in pre-desktop procedures === |
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* The setup uses the classic "Windows 2000" style and is unattended. |
* The setup uses the classic "Windows 2000" style and is unattended. |
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* The setup will now start in 1024x768 resolution, in 32-bit color and at 60Hz. |
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=== Look and feel === |
=== Look and feel === |
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=== Bootleg quirks === |
=== Bootleg quirks === |
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* Unlike most XP CDs, this version does not ask you to press a key to boot from CD, so make sure your boot order is set to boot from the hard drive first. |
* Unlike most XP CDs, this version does not ask you to press a key to boot from CD, so make sure your boot order is set to boot from the hard drive first. |
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=== WINNT.SIF metadata === |
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* The full name is set to "Daniel M. Bulow". |
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* The computer name is set to "GAMING-RIG". |
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== Gallery == |
== Gallery == |
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=== Interface === |
=== Interface === |
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<gallery> |
<gallery> |
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XP 75MB Desktop.png | Empty desktop |
XP 75MB Edition Desktop.png | Empty desktop |
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XP 75MB |
XP 75MB Edition StartMenu.png | Start Menu |
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XP 75MB |
XP 75MB Edition Demo.png | System Properties and About Windows |
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XP 75MB Demo.png | Demo |
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</gallery> |
</gallery> |
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Latest revision as of 18:33, 22 April 2024
| Crusty Windows bootleg | |
 The desktop of Windows XP 75MB Edition | |
| Original OS | Windows XP SP2 |
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| Release date | August 31, 2008 |
| Author | Daniel M. Bulow |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Language(s) | English |
| Architecture(s) | x86 (32-bit) |
| File size | 76.2 MB |
| Download link | winXP.75MB.Edition.iso |
| Date added | December 9, 2021 |
Windows XP 75MB Edition is a bootleg build of Windows XP SP2, which was created by Daniel M. Bulow. It released on August 31, 2008 and added to the archive on December 9, 2021.
Description
As the name suggests, this bootleg is an attempt to get a slim version of Windows XP down to 75 MB, which is rather impressive for a SP2 build. As a result, practically everything has been removed, leaving only the essentials for running the OS. It is unattended and preactivated.
By default, the system creates and logs into a user named "Doni".
The bootleg was made using nLite 1.4.8.
Changes from Windows XP SP2
Changes in pre-desktop procedures
- The setup uses the classic "Windows 2000" style and is unattended.
- The setup will now start in 1024x768 resolution, in 32-bit color and at 60Hz.
Look and feel
- All themes and wallpapers have been removed.
- All programs aside from Explorer, Command Prompt, Notepad, and Regedit have been removed.
Notes
Bootleg quirks
- Unlike most XP CDs, this version does not ask you to press a key to boot from CD, so make sure your boot order is set to boot from the hard drive first.
WINNT.SIF metadata
- The full name is set to "Daniel M. Bulow".
- The computer name is set to "GAMING-RIG".
Gallery
Setup
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Pre-setup
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Setup in the graphical phase
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Setup in the graphical phase
Interface
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Empty desktop
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Start Menu
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System Properties and About Windows
