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How To Use Windows Subsystem For Linux

ITProToday, February 1st, 2023

The Windows Subsystem for Linux lets you run Linux builds on top of Windows operating systems. Learn about WSL's features, installation process, and frequently asked questions.

The Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) is an abstraction layer that allows Windows users to install a Linux build on top of Windows.

While there are several different ways that a user could run Linux on top of Windows, the Windows Subsystem for Linux is unique in that it does not require a dual boot setup or a virtual machine.

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