: Reviews from YouTube tech channels have identified specific security risks in the "Atomic" version, including anonymous access to user account SIDs and open firewall ports that don't exist in other X-Lite builds.

Yes, but strictly as a purpose-built tool, not a daily driver.

: Follow the on-screen prompts. Note that standard Windows features are often disabled by default and may require DISM commands to reactivate. Security & Stability Considerations Windows 11 X-Lite Atomic Edition - A tiny Solution?