Microsoft confirmed that the Win7 download tool uses open source code

November 15 after Microsoft internal investigation found that some users pointed out that its Windows7 download tool uses open source code is true. In a blog post, Microsoft said that there was a problem with code review. Although the tool was contracted by a third party, Microsoft had a shared responsibility. Microsoft said it will provide the source code for the tool next week and will distribute it to Microsoft customers here.

The Windows 7 download tool released by Microsoft earlier was accused by users of using the code of the ImageMaster open source project. This tool is mainly used for devices such as netbooks without a CD-ROM drive. It can help netbooks download copies of Windows 7 installation files and create them. A bootable drive. For more news, please visit the Windows 7 channel.