The myth refers to a modified, standalone version of Symantec Ghost (usually v11.5 or v12) that allegedly runs entirely from a USB stick without installation, a license key, or a WinPE environment. Proponents claim it offers:
The portable version is often sought after for its specific set of "exclusive" advantages that regular backup software lacks: Zero-Installation Footprint:
refers to a lightweight, standalone version of Symantec Ghost that runs directly from a USB drive, external HDD, or network share — without requiring a full installation on the host operating system.