Quick Answer: How Much Empty Space Is Required to Install Windows 8?
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Microsoft recommends you install Windows 8 (x86) on a partition with at least 16 GB free space. The recommend free disk space for 64-bit Windows 8 installation is 20 GB.

How much empty space is needed to install Windows 8?

2 GB of available hard-disk space for installation; extra free space is required during installation.

How big is Windows 8.1 install?

Hard drive: 16 GB available hard disk space (32-bit) or 20 GB (64-bit)

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Elena Rostova holds a Master's degree in Public Health Journalism. She covers groundbreaking medical research, holistic wellness trends, mental health awareness, and nutritional science.

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