Thursday, March 12, 2020

Windows Subsystem for Linux


What is WSL?
The Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) is a new Windows 10 feature that enables you to run native Linux command-line tools directly on Windows, alongside your traditional Windows desktop and modern store apps

How does it different?
WSL is great tool, but if you need all the power and features of a Linux system, it would be better to run your Linux instance on a Virtual Machine (VM) instead.

Implementation Steps

Step 1: Enable WSL
  • Go to the option -> Control Panel\All Control Panel Items\Programs and Features\Turn Windows Features on or off
  • Enable the check box of Windows Subsystem for Linux (as posted)

Step 2: Ubuntu Store App
The latest version of Ubuntu can now be downloaded and run from inside Windows 10 via the Microsoft Store



Step 3: Launch Ubuntu LTS
After AppStore installation, Ubuntu LTS (Long Term Support) will be launched from Windows Start Menu

Enjoy the world of Linux inside Windows 10 box.  Happy Collaboration !!

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