{"id":20152,"date":"2025-09-29T15:45:15","date_gmt":"2025-09-29T15:45:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.itarian.com\/blog\/?p=20152"},"modified":"2025-09-29T15:45:15","modified_gmt":"2025-09-29T15:45:15","slug":"how-to-boot-into-dos-from-windows-10","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.itarian.com\/blog\/how-to-boot-into-dos-from-windows-10\/","title":{"rendered":"Understanding How to Boot into DOS from Windows 10"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"377\" data-end=\"781\">Have you ever needed to run a legacy program or troubleshoot deep-level system issues? Many IT managers, cybersecurity experts, and even business leaders still ask: <strong data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"582\">how to boot into DOS from Windows 10<\/strong>. While DOS (Disk Operating System) isn\u2019t part of modern Windows, accessing DOS-like environments is critical for running scripts, performing low-level diagnostics, or managing legacy applications.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"1008\">In this article, we\u2019ll break down the exact methods for accessing DOS-like functionality in Windows 10, explain why it\u2019s useful, and provide security-focused insights for professionals who rely on secure, optimized systems.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1061\">What Is DOS and Why Is It Still Relevant?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1365\"><strong data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1094\">DOS (Disk Operating System)<\/strong> was the original command-line operating system used before Windows developed its graphical user interface. While Windows 10 does not include MS-DOS as a standalone system, its <strong data-start=\"1271\" data-end=\"1289\">Command Prompt<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1308\">PowerShell<\/strong> environments mimic many of DOS\u2019s core functionalities.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1394\">Why does it still matter?<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1396\" data-end=\"1785\">\n<li data-start=\"1396\" data-end=\"1491\">\n<p data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1491\"><strong data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1416\">Legacy support<\/strong> \u2013 Some businesses still run old applications that need DOS-style access.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1600\">\n<p data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1600\"><strong data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1513\">Troubleshooting<\/strong> \u2013 IT managers can resolve boot errors or malware persistence via command-line tools.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1601\" data-end=\"1684\">\n<p data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1684\"><strong data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1620\">Cybersecurity<\/strong> \u2013 Analysts use DOS-like commands for forensic investigations.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1785\">\n<p data-start=\"1687\" data-end=\"1785\"><strong data-start=\"1687\" data-end=\"1706\">System recovery<\/strong> \u2013 Safe mode with command prompt allows administrators to fix broken systems.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"1792\" data-end=\"1852\">Differences Between DOS, Command Prompt, and PowerShell<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1854\" data-end=\"1943\">Before diving into <strong data-start=\"1873\" data-end=\"1913\">how to boot into DOS from Windows 10<\/strong>, it\u2019s important to clarify:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1945\" data-end=\"2275\">\n<li data-start=\"1945\" data-end=\"2028\">\n<p data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"2028\"><strong data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"1954\">DOS<\/strong> \u2013 Original standalone operating system (no longer included in Windows).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2029\" data-end=\"2119\">\n<p data-start=\"2031\" data-end=\"2119\"><strong data-start=\"2031\" data-end=\"2059\">Command Prompt (cmd.exe)<\/strong> \u2013 Windows\u2019 built-in tool that supports many DOS commands.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2120\" data-end=\"2197\">\n<p data-start=\"2122\" data-end=\"2197\"><strong data-start=\"2122\" data-end=\"2136\">PowerShell<\/strong> \u2013 Advanced command-line shell with scripting capabilities.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2198\" data-end=\"2275\">\n<p data-start=\"2200\" data-end=\"2275\"><strong data-start=\"2200\" data-end=\"2220\">Recovery Console<\/strong> \u2013 Accessed outside normal boot for advanced repairs.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2277\" data-end=\"2389\">So, when people ask about DOS in Windows 10, they\u2019re usually referring to <strong data-start=\"2351\" data-end=\"2386\">Command Prompt or Recovery Mode<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2396\" data-end=\"2437\">How to Boot into DOS from Windows 10<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2439\" data-end=\"2512\">There are multiple ways to access a DOS-like environment in Windows 10.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2514\" data-end=\"2553\">1. Using Advanced Startup Options<\/h3>\n<ol data-start=\"2555\" data-end=\"2831\">\n<li data-start=\"2555\" data-end=\"2607\">\n<p data-start=\"2558\" data-end=\"2607\">Click <strong data-start=\"2564\" data-end=\"2604\">Start &gt; Settings &gt; Update &amp; Security<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2608\" data-end=\"2632\">\n<p data-start=\"2611\" data-end=\"2632\">Go to <strong data-start=\"2617\" data-end=\"2629\">Recovery<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2633\" data-end=\"2688\">\n<p data-start=\"2636\" data-end=\"2688\">Under <strong data-start=\"2642\" data-end=\"2662\">Advanced startup<\/strong>, click <strong data-start=\"2670\" data-end=\"2685\">Restart now<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2689\" data-end=\"2754\">\n<p data-start=\"2692\" data-end=\"2754\">Select <strong data-start=\"2699\" data-end=\"2751\">Troubleshoot &gt; Advanced options &gt; Command Prompt<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2755\" data-end=\"2831\">\n<p data-start=\"2758\" data-end=\"2831\">Your system reboots into a DOS-like environment with full admin access.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p data-start=\"2833\" data-end=\"2918\">This method is especially useful for IT teams needing system-level troubleshooting.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2925\" data-end=\"2976\">2. Booting into Safe Mode with Command Prompt<\/h3>\n<ol data-start=\"2978\" data-end=\"3150\">\n<li data-start=\"2978\" data-end=\"3037\">\n<p data-start=\"2981\" data-end=\"3037\">Press <strong data-start=\"2987\" data-end=\"3002\">Windows + R<\/strong>, type <code data-start=\"3009\" data-end=\"3019\">msconfig<\/code>, and hit Enter.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3038\" data-end=\"3066\">\n<p data-start=\"3041\" data-end=\"3066\">Go to the <strong data-start=\"3051\" data-end=\"3059\">Boot<\/strong> tab.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3067\" data-end=\"3123\">\n<p data-start=\"3070\" data-end=\"3123\">Check <strong data-start=\"3076\" data-end=\"3089\">Safe boot<\/strong> and select <strong data-start=\"3101\" data-end=\"3120\">Alternate shell<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3124\" data-end=\"3150\">\n<p data-start=\"3127\" data-end=\"3150\">Restart the computer.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p data-start=\"3152\" data-end=\"3233\">The system loads into a minimal environment with only Command Prompt available.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3240\" data-end=\"3276\">3. Creating a DOS Bootable USB<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3278\" data-end=\"3314\">If you need a true DOS experience:<\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"3316\" data-end=\"3562\">\n<li data-start=\"3316\" data-end=\"3363\">\n<p data-start=\"3319\" data-end=\"3363\">Download a DOS boot image (e.g., FreeDOS).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3364\" data-end=\"3408\">\n<p data-start=\"3367\" data-end=\"3408\">Use <strong data-start=\"3371\" data-end=\"3380\">Rufus<\/strong> to create a bootable USB.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3409\" data-end=\"3449\">\n<p data-start=\"3412\" data-end=\"3449\">Insert the USB and restart your PC.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3450\" data-end=\"3521\">\n<p data-start=\"3453\" data-end=\"3521\">Enter <strong data-start=\"3459\" data-end=\"3481\">BIOS\/UEFI settings<\/strong> and set the USB as first boot device.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3522\" data-end=\"3562\">\n<p data-start=\"3525\" data-end=\"3562\">Boot into DOS from the flash drive.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p data-start=\"3564\" data-end=\"3635\">This is the closest way to replicate the original MS-DOS environment.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3642\" data-end=\"3684\">4. Accessing Command Prompt Directly<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3686\" data-end=\"3720\">For quick use without rebooting:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3722\" data-end=\"3831\">\n<li data-start=\"3722\" data-end=\"3775\">\n<p data-start=\"3724\" data-end=\"3775\">Press <strong data-start=\"3730\" data-end=\"3745\">Windows + R<\/strong> \u2192 type <code data-start=\"3753\" data-end=\"3758\">cmd<\/code> \u2192 press Enter.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3776\" data-end=\"3831\">\n<p data-start=\"3778\" data-end=\"3831\">Or search for <strong data-start=\"3792\" data-end=\"3810\">Command Prompt<\/strong> in the Start menu.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3833\" data-end=\"3917\">While this isn\u2019t a full reboot into DOS, it\u2019s the fastest way to run DOS commands.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3924\" data-end=\"3965\">5. Using Windows Installation Media<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3967\" data-end=\"4000\">If Windows won\u2019t boot properly:<\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"4002\" data-end=\"4171\">\n<li data-start=\"4002\" data-end=\"4048\">\n<p data-start=\"4005\" data-end=\"4048\">Insert a Windows 10 installation USB\/DVD.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4049\" data-end=\"4067\">\n<p data-start=\"4052\" data-end=\"4067\">Boot from it.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4068\" data-end=\"4105\">\n<p data-start=\"4071\" data-end=\"4105\">Select <strong data-start=\"4078\" data-end=\"4102\">Repair your computer<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4106\" data-end=\"4171\">\n<p data-start=\"4109\" data-end=\"4171\">Choose <strong data-start=\"4116\" data-end=\"4168\">Troubleshoot &gt; Advanced options &gt; Command Prompt<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p data-start=\"4173\" data-end=\"4244\">This provides access to a DOS-like shell even if the OS is corrupted.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4251\" data-end=\"4294\">Common DOS Commands Still Useful Today<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4296\" data-end=\"4356\">Even in modern Windows, many DOS commands remain valuable:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4358\" data-end=\"4660\">\n<li data-start=\"4358\" data-end=\"4406\">\n<p data-start=\"4360\" data-end=\"4406\"><code data-start=\"4360\" data-end=\"4370\">ipconfig<\/code> \u2013 Displays network configuration.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4407\" data-end=\"4452\">\n<p data-start=\"4409\" data-end=\"4452\"><code data-start=\"4409\" data-end=\"4417\">chkdsk<\/code> \u2013 Scans and repairs disk errors.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4453\" data-end=\"4505\">\n<p data-start=\"4455\" data-end=\"4505\"><code data-start=\"4455\" data-end=\"4469\">sfc \/scannow<\/code> \u2013 Repairs corrupted system files.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4506\" data-end=\"4558\">\n<p data-start=\"4508\" data-end=\"4558\"><code data-start=\"4508\" data-end=\"4517\">netstat<\/code> \u2013 Monitors active network connections.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4559\" data-end=\"4600\">\n<p data-start=\"4561\" data-end=\"4600\"><code data-start=\"4561\" data-end=\"4571\">tasklist<\/code> \u2013 Lists running processes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4601\" data-end=\"4660\">\n<p data-start=\"4603\" data-end=\"4660\"><code data-start=\"4603\" data-end=\"4616\">shutdown \/r<\/code> \u2013 Restarts the computer via command line.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4662\" data-end=\"4773\">For cybersecurity professionals, these commands are still integral in threat analysis and system maintenance.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4780\" data-end=\"4830\">Security Considerations When Booting into DOS<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4832\" data-end=\"4897\">Booting into DOS or command-line environments has implications:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4899\" data-end=\"5255\">\n<li data-start=\"4899\" data-end=\"4994\">\n<p data-start=\"4901\" data-end=\"4994\"><strong data-start=\"4901\" data-end=\"4929\">Unauthorized access risk<\/strong> \u2013 Attackers could exploit recovery consoles if not restricted.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4995\" data-end=\"5085\">\n<p data-start=\"4997\" data-end=\"5085\"><strong data-start=\"4997\" data-end=\"5014\">Data exposure<\/strong> \u2013 Sensitive files may be accessible outside standard OS protections.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5086\" data-end=\"5163\">\n<p data-start=\"5088\" data-end=\"5163\"><strong data-start=\"5088\" data-end=\"5111\">Malware persistence<\/strong> \u2013 Some malware leverages boot-level environments.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5164\" data-end=\"5255\">\n<p data-start=\"5166\" data-end=\"5255\"><strong data-start=\"5166\" data-end=\"5187\">Policy compliance<\/strong> \u2013 Enterprises must control who can access advanced startup tools.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"5257\" data-end=\"5294\"><strong data-start=\"5257\" data-end=\"5292\">Best practices for IT managers:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"5295\" data-end=\"5521\">\n<li data-start=\"5295\" data-end=\"5358\">\n<p data-start=\"5297\" data-end=\"5358\">Require <strong data-start=\"5305\" data-end=\"5329\">admin authentication<\/strong> for Command Prompt access.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5359\" data-end=\"5410\">\n<p data-start=\"5361\" data-end=\"5410\">Use <strong data-start=\"5365\" data-end=\"5389\">BitLocker encryption<\/strong> to protect drives.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5411\" data-end=\"5468\">\n<p data-start=\"5413\" data-end=\"5468\">Restrict BIOS\/UEFI boot order changes with passwords.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5469\" data-end=\"5521\">\n<p data-start=\"5471\" data-end=\"5521\">Monitor and log command-line usage for auditing.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"5528\" data-end=\"5563\">When Should You Boot into DOS?<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"5565\" data-end=\"5883\">\n<li data-start=\"5565\" data-end=\"5621\">\n<p data-start=\"5567\" data-end=\"5621\"><strong data-start=\"5567\" data-end=\"5585\">System crashes<\/strong> \u2013 To repair corrupted boot files.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5622\" data-end=\"5687\">\n<p data-start=\"5624\" data-end=\"5687\"><strong data-start=\"5624\" data-end=\"5641\">Driver issues<\/strong> \u2013 For uninstalling or rolling back drivers.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5688\" data-end=\"5749\">\n<p data-start=\"5690\" data-end=\"5749\"><strong data-start=\"5690\" data-end=\"5709\">Malware removal<\/strong> \u2013 Isolate and delete malicious files.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5750\" data-end=\"5814\">\n<p data-start=\"5752\" data-end=\"5814\"><strong data-start=\"5752\" data-end=\"5768\">Disk repairs<\/strong> \u2013 Run <code data-start=\"5775\" data-end=\"5783\">chkdsk<\/code> or low-level disk utilities.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5815\" data-end=\"5883\">\n<p data-start=\"5817\" data-end=\"5883\"><strong data-start=\"5817\" data-end=\"5847\">Legacy application support<\/strong> \u2013 Running old DOS-based programs.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"5890\" data-end=\"5936\">Pros and Cons of DOS Access in Windows 10<\/h2>\n<div class=\"_tableContainer_1rjym_1\">\n<div class=\"group _tableWrapper_1rjym_13 flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"5938\" data-end=\"6208\">\n<thead data-start=\"5938\" data-end=\"5953\">\n<tr data-start=\"5938\" data-end=\"5953\">\n<th data-start=\"5938\" data-end=\"5945\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Pros<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"5945\" data-end=\"5953\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Cons<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"5970\" data-end=\"6208\">\n<tr data-start=\"5970\" data-end=\"6020\">\n<td data-start=\"5970\" data-end=\"5999\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Useful for troubleshooting<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"5999\" data-end=\"6020\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Not a full DOS OS<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"6021\" data-end=\"6079\">\n<td data-start=\"6021\" data-end=\"6048\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Supports legacy commands<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"6048\" data-end=\"6079\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Risk of misuse by attackers<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"6080\" data-end=\"6147\">\n<td data-start=\"6080\" data-end=\"6113\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Accessible without extra tools<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"6113\" data-end=\"6147\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Limited compared to PowerShell<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"6148\" data-end=\"6208\">\n<td data-start=\"6148\" data-end=\"6183\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Critical for cybersecurity teams<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"6183\" data-end=\"6208\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Requires admin rights<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 data-start=\"6215\" data-end=\"6250\">Best Practices for Enterprises<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"6252\" data-end=\"6321\">For organizations, controlling DOS\/command-line access is critical:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"6323\" data-end=\"6695\">\n<li data-start=\"6323\" data-end=\"6384\">\n<p data-start=\"6325\" data-end=\"6384\"><strong data-start=\"6325\" data-end=\"6356\">Implement role-based access<\/strong> \u2013 Limit admin privileges.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6385\" data-end=\"6453\">\n<p data-start=\"6387\" data-end=\"6453\"><strong data-start=\"6387\" data-end=\"6419\">Automate tasks in PowerShell<\/strong> instead of manual DOS commands.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6454\" data-end=\"6519\">\n<p data-start=\"6456\" data-end=\"6519\"><strong data-start=\"6456\" data-end=\"6477\">Educate employees<\/strong> about safe usage of command-line tools.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6520\" data-end=\"6617\">\n<p data-start=\"6522\" data-end=\"6617\"><strong data-start=\"6522\" data-end=\"6552\">Maintain recovery policies<\/strong> \u2013 Ensure staff know how to safely reboot into DOS when needed.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6618\" data-end=\"6695\">\n<p data-start=\"6620\" data-end=\"6695\"><strong data-start=\"6620\" data-end=\"6633\">Log usage<\/strong> \u2013 Use SIEM tools to track suspicious command-line activity.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"6702\" data-end=\"6747\">FAQs on Booting into DOS from Windows 10<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"6749\" data-end=\"6913\"><strong data-start=\"6749\" data-end=\"6787\">Q1. Does Windows 10 have real DOS?<\/strong><br data-start=\"6787\" data-end=\"6790\" \/>No. Windows 10 includes Command Prompt, which mimics DOS functionality. For real DOS, you need FreeDOS or a bootable USB.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6915\" data-end=\"7033\"><strong data-start=\"6915\" data-end=\"6961\">Q2. Can I run old DOS games on Windows 10?<\/strong><br data-start=\"6961\" data-end=\"6964\" \/>Yes, using emulators like <strong data-start=\"6990\" data-end=\"7000\">DOSBox<\/strong> or a bootable DOS environment.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"7035\" data-end=\"7185\"><strong data-start=\"7035\" data-end=\"7104\">Q3. Is it safe to boot into Command Prompt from Advanced Options?<\/strong><br data-start=\"7104\" data-end=\"7107\" \/>Yes, if controlled by IT policies. Unauthorized access should be restricted.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"7187\" data-end=\"7362\"><strong data-start=\"7187\" data-end=\"7255\">Q4. What\u2019s the difference between Command Prompt and PowerShell?<\/strong><br data-start=\"7255\" data-end=\"7258\" \/>Command Prompt supports basic DOS commands, while PowerShell offers advanced scripting and automation.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"7364\" data-end=\"7509\"><strong data-start=\"7364\" data-end=\"7405\">Q5. Can malware use DOS environments?<\/strong><br data-start=\"7405\" data-end=\"7408\" \/>Yes. Fileless malware often exploits command-line shells. Always secure access with admin controls.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"7516\" data-end=\"7535\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"7537\" data-end=\"7963\">Learning <strong data-start=\"7546\" data-end=\"7586\">how to boot into DOS from Windows 10<\/strong> equips professionals with a vital troubleshooting and cybersecurity skill. While DOS itself is obsolete, its command-line equivalents remain essential for diagnostics, system recovery, and forensic analysis. For IT managers and executives, ensuring secure and controlled access to these tools can prevent downtime, strengthen resilience, and safeguard enterprise operations.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"7965\" data-end=\"8082\">Take enterprise IT security to the next level. <a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.itarian.com\/signup\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"8015\" data-end=\"8079\">Start free with Itarian today<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you ever needed to run a legacy program or troubleshoot deep-level system issues? Many IT managers, cybersecurity experts, and even business leaders still ask: how to boot into DOS from Windows 10. 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