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windows-builder
Build Windows images with Packer using WinRM communicator and PowerShell provisioners. Use when creating Windows AMIs, Azure images, or VMware templates.
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# Windows Builder
Platform-agnostic patterns for building Windows images with Packer.
**Reference:** [WinRM Communicator](https://developer.hashicorp.com/packer/docs/communicators/winrm)
> **Note:** Windows builds incur significant costs and time. Expect 45-120 minutes per build due to Windows Updates. Failed builds may leave resources running - always verify cleanup.
## WinRM Communicator Setup
Windows requires WinRM for Packer communication.
### AWS Example
