On Windows, you can use the built-in tool CertUtil . Open Command Prompt and run the command:
[Secure ISO File] ➔ [Insert 8GB+ USB] ➔ [Flash with Rufus] ➔ [Boot Target PC]
This guide explains how to get a genuine, safe Windows 10 1909 ISO, why Google Drive links can be dangerous, and how to verify that your download is clean. The Risks of Using Third-Party Google Drive Links
A: No. Microsoft does not host Windows ISOs on Google Drive. Every link is user-uploaded.
If you must download a Windows 10 1909 ISO from an unofficial source like Google Drive, you verify its integrity before installing it. Original, untouched Microsoft ISOs have a unique cryptographic hash value. If a single byte of the ISO has been altered by a hacker, the hash value will change completely.
If you ignore our advice and decide to download a 1909 ISO from Google Drive, perform these forensic checks first:
Keep the file system as or FAT32 (Rufus will auto-select the best option based on your settings). Click Start and wait for the process to finish. Important Considerations for Windows 10 1909
Before running setup.exe , right-click the ISO > "Scan with Microsoft Defender". If it detects anything, do not trust it.