System installation via USB 3.0 or higher
System installation via USB 3.0 or higher
I understand you're interested in creating bootable operating systems, but can you install a complete OS directly onto a USB drive? It's risky—data loss is possible, and USB connections can fail unexpectedly. However, with modern 128GB USB sticks (250MB/s or more), it's feasible to run a full Windows installation without a physical hard drive. Just ensure you have the right tools and backups in place.
Windows offers a tool named Windows To Go, making it possible and secure
I believe that's accurate, but it simply indicates it's secure to install on a USB drive.
Creating a Linux LiveUSB is quite straightforward. I once faced issues at school for running Linux on the computers there. The main challenge with USB drives is their limited write cycles and, except in rare cases, lack of TRIM support. Low-quality drives tend to fail soon.