A developer shrank Windows 11 down to just 667MB. It fits on a CD
THE SO WHAT
A 97.5% shrink of Windows 11 to 667MB is a reminder that most software bloat is a choice, not a law of nature. For teams building AI-heavy clients, this is a nudge to separate core runtime from optional features so you can actually ship lean, updatable footprints to constrained or edge devices.
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