6 Reasons to Try Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL)
How-To Geek, Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025
Though Windows is popular with consumers due to its ease of use and flexibility, Linux has an enormous share of the professional market. Whether you're just looking to dabble or you're looking for an easy way to use Windows and Linux side-by-side, the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) has something for everyone.
The Windows Subsystem for Linux gives you a risk-free and easy way to get started fiddling with Linux.
To install your first Linux distro and WSL, open Windows Terminal as administrator, type wsl --install in the window, then hit Enter.
Your PC will restart as the Windows Subsystem for Linux (technically WSL2) and Ubuntu are installed.