PhoenixPE/README.md

# PhoenixPE

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PhoenixPE is a WinPE Rescue/Recovery Environment based on Win10/Win11. It can be booted via USB, CD/DVD, PXE/Network, or hard disk.

* PhoenixPE uses the "next-generation" PEBakery engine resulting in faster build times and advanced features compared to legacy Winbuilder projects.
* Build from Win10/Win11 sources using either boot.wim or WinRE.wim as a base.
* Designed from the ground up to be developer/contributor friendly and use clean, well documented code.
* Easy to understand options and uncluttered user interface.
* Flexible and fully customizable.

## Features

* Drive Backup/Clone/Imaging
* Malware Removal
* Password Recovery
* Drive Partitioning/Install Prep.
* Hardware Diagnostics
* Offline OS Troubleshooting/Repair/Recovery
* And more...

## License

**PhoenixPE** is licensed under the MIT license. Refer to [license](LICENSE) for more information.

## Installation

Download the [latest release]() and unpack it in the desired location. To uninstall, simply delete the PhoenixPE folder.

## Documentation

Documentation is available on the [PhoenixPE Wiki](https://github.com/PhoenixPE/PhoenixPE/wiki).

## Development

PhoenixPE is developed and maintained, and supported by a community of developers/volunteers who enjoy sharing their ideas and work in their free time. 

Interested in contributing to PhoenixPE? Check out our [guidelines](CONTRIBUTING.md).

## Enhancements/Bugs

Please use the [GitHub issue tracker](https://github.com/PhoenixPE/PhoenixPE/issues) for reporting problems or suggesting new features.

## Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Please check out our [Frequently Asked Questions](https://github.com/PhoenixPE/PhoenixPE/wiki/FAQ) before posting an issue or asking for help in the forums.