A: Typically coinciding with Intel’s microcode updates (every 2–3 months). The versioning scheme is v1085, v1088, v1092, etc. Always seek the latest "upd" variant.
sudo upd-intel-tool --apply --all The tool downloads the latest Intel microcode (from https://downloadmirror.intel.com/... ) and kernel modules, then remasters an updated ISO to /boot/empireefi-updated.iso . If you cannot set up persistence, boot the ISO, connect to the internet, and run:
A: Yes, the ISO includes an installer script named deploy_to_disk . This will install a minimal Intel-optimized system alongside your existing OS. Use with caution—it will modify the EFI partition.
