Veteran Windows insider creates Windows 7 install measuring just 69MB in size — system boots, but has been pruned so severely ‘virtually nothing can run’ for now

A Windows Insider has created a bootable Windows 7 install that is only 69MB in size, but it's so pruned down that almost no programs can run on it. While it's more of a proof of concept than a usable system, there are hints that a more functional version may be in the works. The current release lacks essential files for running common programs, but there's potential for a future version to support older games and apps. Despite its limitations, interest in this ultra-compact Windows 7 version seems to be growing.