2026 07 21, TWO FREE GAMING OS: AtlasOS AND Bazzite OS:

2026 07 21, TWO FREE GAMING OS: AtlasOS AND Bazzite OS:
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– ‼️‼️ AtlasOS: REDESIGNED WINDOWS 10 AND 11 FOR GAMERS (GREAT) ‼️‼️
– ‼️‼️ ATLASOS: OPTIMIZED WINDOWS FOR ENTHUSIASTS AND GAMERS ‼️‼️
https://youtu.be/dc7CIkZcWYE
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– IMPORTANT:
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– – AtlasOS is not a separate operating system or an unofficial Windows ISO. It is an open-source Playbook that modifies an official Windows installation.
– – The current AtlasOS release officially supports Windows 11 25H2. Windows 10 tutorials are now historical and should not be used as current installation guides.
– – Always follow the latest official documentation. YouTube tutorials can become outdated after an AtlasOS or Windows update.
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– OFFICIAL ATLASOS LINKS:
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– Official website and downloads:
– https://atlasos.net/
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– Official documentation:
– https://docs.atlasos.net/
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– Getting started:
– https://docs.atlasos.net/getting-started/
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– Complete official installation guide:
– https://docs.atlasos.net/getting-started/install/install-playbook/
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– Experimental installation with ISO injection:
– https://docs.atlasos.net/getting-started/install/install-iso-injection/
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– Post-installation guide:
– https://docs.atlasos.net/post-install/
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– Drivers:
– https://docs.atlasos.net/post-install/drivers/
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– AtlasOS configuration:
– https://docs.atlasos.net/post-install/atlas-folder/configuration/
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– Frequently asked questions:
– https://docs.atlasos.net/faq/
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– Supported Windows versions and editions:
– https://docs.atlasos.net/faq/install-faq/windows-version-support/
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– Removed or unavailable Windows features:
– https://docs.atlasos.net/faq/install-faq/removed-features/
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– AtlasOS and security:
– https://docs.atlasos.net/faq/general-faq/atlas-and-security/
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– Updating AtlasOS:
– https://docs.atlasos.net/faq/general-faq/updating-atlas/
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– Returning to standard Windows and removing AtlasOS:
– https://docs.atlasos.net/faq/install-faq/reverting-atlas/
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– Official GitHub repository:
– https://github.com/Atlas-OS/Atlas
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– Official releases:
– https://github.com/Atlas-OS/Atlas/releases
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– Official AtlasOS organization on GitHub:
– https://github.com/Atlas-OS
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– Official Discord community and support:
– https://discord.atlasos.net/
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– YOUTUBE INSTALLATION GUIDES AND TUTORIALS:
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– IMPORTANT:
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– – The following installation videos are unofficial.
– – Compare every instruction with the current official AtlasOS installation guide before using it.
– – Do not use old Windows 10 or old AtlasOS installation instructions for the current AtlasOS release.
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– leStripeZ — How To Install Atlas OS in 2026! – Best CustomOS for Performance:
– https://youtu.be/x9Rmkytc0uw
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– Atlas OS: Complete Installation and Optimization Guide:
– https://youtu.be/pqDYXgRsuXc
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– How to Install AtlasOS on Windows 11 and Make Your PC Much Faster:
– https://youtu.be/6l0gqPma2b4
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– How to Install AtlasOS on Your Low-End PC to Boost FPS:
– https://youtu.be/fHpLHVzGElQ
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– Older tutorial — How to Install AtlasOS 11 Without a USB Drive:
– https://youtu.be/35EBDM5WADc
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– OVERVIEWS, REVIEWS AND SECURITY INFORMATION:
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– Linus Tech Tips — You Don’t Need a New PC: AtlasOS E-Waste PC Refresh:
– https://youtu.be/dc7CIkZcWYE
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– Chris Titus Tech — AtlasOS Review:
– https://youtu.be/UICz1S1xuHo
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– Brodie Robertson — Watch This Video Before Using AtlasOS Windows:
– https://youtu.be/ctONKQByx-M
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– NOTE:
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– – The three videos above were produced in 2023 and discuss an older AtlasOS generation.
– – They remain useful as historical presentations and for understanding earlier security concerns, but their installation and feature information should not be treated as current.
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– Bazzite GAMING OS: The operating system for the next generation of gamers:
– Bazzite makes gaming and everyday use smoother and simpler across desktop PCs, handhelds, tablets, and home theater PCs.
https://bazzite.gg/
– View Compatible Hardware:
https://docs.bazzite.gg/Gaming/Hardware_compatibility_for_gaming/
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– Bazzite — Official website and download:
– https://bazzite.gg/
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– Official documentation:
– https://docs.bazzite.gg/
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– Official installation guide:
– https://docs.bazzite.gg/General/Installation_Guide/install-guide/
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– Hardware compatibility and system requirements:
– https://docs.bazzite.gg/Gaming/Hardware_compatibility_for_gaming/
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– Post-installation setup:
– https://docs.bazzite.gg/General/Installation_Guide/post-installation/
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– Installation troubleshooting:
– https://docs.bazzite.gg/General/Installation_Guide/troubleshoot_guide/
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– Secure Boot:
– https://docs.bazzite.gg/faq/secure-boot/
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– Updates, rollbacks, and rebasing:
– https://docs.bazzite.gg/Installing_and_Managing_Software/Updates_Rollbacks_and_Rebasing/
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– Installing and managing software:
– https://docs.bazzite.gg/Installing_and_Managing_Software/
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– Gaming guides:
– https://docs.bazzite.gg/Gaming/
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– Frequently asked questions:
– https://docs.bazzite.gg/General/FAQ/
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– BAZZITE YOUTUBE GUIDES AND TUTORIALS
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– INSTALLATION GUIDES
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– SteamOS – TRANSFORM YOUR PC INTO A CONSOLE IN 5 MIN (100% FREE) – SteamOS on WINDOWS Easy: The Real Console You’ve Been Waiting For!
https://youtu.be/-cqNkOT227o
https://www.youtube.com/@PAXPC/videos
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– Bazzite Installation Video Walkthrough
– https://youtu.be/lBqbk6Z8HrQ
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– How to Dual-Boot Windows 11 and Bazzite
– https://youtu.be/KAt49B6rSFI
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– How to Calculate Your Bazzite ISO SHA-256 Checksum
– https://youtu.be/wUDbMJtR1sM
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– Bazzite for Handheld PCs — Installation Guide
– https://youtu.be/jGAInLzu-es
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– DUAL-BOOT AND BOOT MANAGEMENT
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– How to Easily Switch Between Windows and Bazzite Without Entering the BIOS
– https://youtu.be/uQ1hppIEnIo
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– TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE
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– Fixing the “Error Checking Storage Configuration” Installation Error
– https://youtu.be/VTnm9EiBdPA
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– Fixing the “Code 1” Error in Bazzite and Other Atomic Desktops
– https://youtu.be/GRdz08hJByo
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– Moving a Bazzite Installation to Another Drive
– https://youtu.be/dDYCJ74H7Kw
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– GAMING AND STREAMING
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– Setting Up Game Streaming with Sunshine and Moonlight on Bazzite
– https://youtu.be/zVKmQTkLvLY
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– IMPORTANT
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– The first three videos are referenced by the official Bazzite documentation.
– Some older videos may show a previous installer or interface. Always compare their instructions with the current official documentation:
– https://docs.bazzite.gg/
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– Rufus: Create bootable USB drives the easy way:
– Rufus is a utility that helps format and create bootable USB flash drives, such as USB keys/pendrives, memory sticks, etc.
https://rufus.ie/
– Download the executable and run it – no installation is necessary.
– The executable is digitally signed and the signature should state:
– “Akeo Consulting” (v1.3.0 or later)
– “Pete Batard – Open Source Developer” (v1.2.0 or earlier)
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– SAFE ALTERNATIVES TO RUFUS:
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– Rufus is not considered dangerous when downloaded from rufus.ie and its digital signature is valid. The main risk shared by all these tools is selecting the wrong drive and erasing its data.
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– For Bazzite, the safest and most appropriate alternative is Fedora Media Writer, which is officially recommended by the Bazzite documentation.
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– Fedora Media Writer — Recommended for Bazzite:
– Officially recommended by the Bazzite installation documentation.
– Open source and available for Windows, Linux, and macOS.
– It writes the ISO directly to the USB drive and verifies the result.
https://github.com/FedoraQt/MediaWriter
https://fedoraproject.org/workstation/download/
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– balenaEtcher — Simple and beginner-friendly:
– Open source and available for Windows, Linux, and macOS.
– It validates the completed write and normally hides system drives to reduce the risk of selecting the wrong disk.
https://etcher.balena.io/
https://github.com/balena-io/etcher
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– Ventoy — Recommended for multiboot USB drives:
– Open source and supported by the Bazzite installation documentation.
– It allows multiple ISO files to be stored on the same USB drive.
– Secure Boot may require additional configuration and key enrollment.
https://www.ventoy.net/
https://www.ventoy.net/en/download.html
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– Raspberry Pi Imager — Safe alternative:
– Open source and available for Windows, Linux, and macOS.
– Select “Use Custom” to write a manually downloaded operating-system image.
– Carefully verify the selected USB drive because its contents will be erased.
– Skip Raspberry Pi-specific OS customization options when writing Bazzite.
– Anonymous usage statistics can be disabled in the application settings.
https://www.raspberrypi.com/software/
https://github.com/raspberrypi/rpi-imager
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– NOTE:
– Raspberry Pi Imager is considered trustworthy, but it is primarily designed for Raspberry Pi devices.
– For creating a standard Bazzite installation USB drive, Fedora Media Writer remains the officially recommended choice.
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– RECOMMENDATION:
– For a standard Bazzite installation, use Fedora Media Writer.
– Use balenaEtcher if you prefer a very simple three-step interface.
– Use Ventoy only when you need a multiboot USB drive.
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– SECURITY PRECAUTIONS:
– Download applications only from their official websites.
– Verify the Bazzite ISO SHA-256 checksum before creating the USB drive.
– Carefully verify the selected USB device because its existing data will be erased.
– Safely eject the USB drive after the writing and verification processes are complete.
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