The Windows 8.1 Lite ISO file is available for download on Archive.org, a popular online repository for open-source software, media, and cultural artifacts. Users can access the download link and create a bootable USB drive or burn the ISO to a DVD.

Windows 8.1 Professional Lite 64 bit by Divet - Internet Archive

If you are a business, do not use Lite builds. If you are a hobbyist reviving a 2008 laptop in your garage—proceed.

We tested an old Dell Latitude D630 (Core 2 Duo, 2GB DDR2, 80GB HDD).

Searching for a "Windows 8.1 Lite" version on Archive.org is a popular move for enthusiasts looking to revive older hardware. These "Lite" or "SuperLite" builds are modified versions of the original OS where non-essential features, telemetry, and bloatware have been stripped out to reduce memory usage and disk footprint. Why Users Look for Windows 8.1 Lite

as a primary repository for these "Tiny" or "Lite" builds, the technical advantages of reduced system footprints, and the critical security considerations inherent in using unofficial, modified software. 1. Introduction