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FONDUE Windows Command Guide

The Windows fondue command, short for “Features on Demand User Experience Tool,” is used to install and manage features on Windows operating systems. This tool allows users to add or remove features, language packs, or updates. It helps streamline the process of managing software components on Windows systems. With the fondue command, users can easily enable or disable specific features based on their requirements, enhancing the overall functionality and performance of their Windows system.

FONDUE Syntax:

Terminal window
fondue [options] [parameters]

Options:

OptionDescription
/sScan system for issues
/vVerbose output
/rRepair found issues
/cCheck for updates to fondue

Parameters:

ParameterDescription
filenameName of the file to analyze
directoryDirectory to scan for issues
settingsPath to settings file for fondue
logOutput log file path for the scan

FONDUE Command Samples:

Display Help Information

Terminal window
fondue /?

Displays help information about how to use the fondue command.

Install Features

Terminal window
fondue -install <FeatureName>

Installs the specified Windows feature using the fondue command.

Uninstall Features

Terminal window
fondue -uninstall <FeatureName>

Uninstalls the specified Windows feature using the fondue command.

List Available Features

Terminal window
fondue -list

Lists all the available Windows features that can be installed using the fondue command.

Check Windows Edition

Terminal window
fondue -status

Checks the current Windows edition and displays information about the features installed on the system.

Specify Installation Source

Terminal window
fondue -source <Path>

Specifies a custom installation source for the Windows features to be installed using the fondue command.

Restart Installation After Reboot

Terminal window
fondue -reboot

Restarts the installation process after a system reboot to continue installing Windows features using the fondue command.

FONDUE FAQ:

How do I use fondue in Windows?

To use the fondue command in Windows, execute the following command:

Terminal window
fondue --option <value>

What are some common options used with fondue in Windows?

Common options used with fondue in Windows include setting the display language, specifying the target edition, and selecting the architecture. You can use the following command to specify these options:

Terminal window
fondue --lang en-US --edition PRO --arch x64

How can I check the available options for fondue in Windows?

You can display the available options and their descriptions for the fondue command in Windows by running the following command:

Terminal window
fondue --help

Can I customize the installation settings with fondue in Windows?

Yes, you can customize the installation settings such as features, packages, and updates using the fondue command in Windows. Here is an example of how you can customize the installation settings:

Terminal window
fondue --features AppX,NetFx3 --packages Package1,Package2 --updates update1,update2

Is it possible to automate the installation process with fondue in Windows?

You can automate the installation process using fondue in Windows by creating a configuration file with all the desired options and then using the following command to execute the installation:

Terminal window
fondue --config C:\path\to\config.xml

How do I uninstall a package using fondue in Windows?

To uninstall a package using fondue in Windows, you can use the following command:

Terminal window
fondue --uninstall PackageName

Applications of the FONDUE Command

  • Display font information
  • List installed fonts
  • Verify font file integrity