Windows 8.1 Lite Archive.org -

: Stripping the OS can break essential services. Some Lite versions cannot use printers, VPNs, or the Microsoft Store because those "dependencies" were removed to save space.

Use a free/official Microsoft option

If you want a legitimate, lightweight Windows-like environment or safe ways to run older Windows versions, here are lawful alternatives and steps: Windows 8.1 Lite Archive.org

Modern browsers and software (like Chrome or Steam) have begun dropping support for Windows 8.1. : Stripping the OS can break essential services