The author discusses their challenges with playing a specific AAA game on Linux due to the developer’s Windows-only policy, resulting in permanent bans for those attempting to run the game on a virtual machine. They explore netbooting Windows 11 from a NAS using iPXE and iSCSI, creating a simplified modern version for installation. The process involves configuring iSCSI target daemon on the NAS, building a Windows PE image with network drivers, and automating the boot process using iPXE as an EFI application. The author successfully installs Windows 11 on their system, allowing them to play the game seamlessly.
https://terinstock.com/post/2025/02/Netboot-Windows-11-with-iSCSI-and-iPXE/