Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL)Canonical
Access the power of a full Ubuntu terminal environment on Windows with Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL). Streamline web application development, leverage cutting-edge AI/ML tooling, develop cross-platform applications and manage IT infrastructure without leaving Windows.
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Overview
Ubuntu on Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) allows developers to run a full Linux environment directly on Windows. This integration offers seamless access to Linux tools, utilities, and applications without needing to dual-boot or use virtual machines. It enhances productivity by enabling a true cross-platform experience, ideal for software development, DevOps, and system administration, providing the full power of Linux within a Windows ecosystem.
Features and Capabilities
- Full Linux environment on Windows without dual-booting or VMs
- Supports popular Linux distributions (e.g., Ubuntu)
- Seamless integration with Windows apps and file systems
- Ideal for development, DevOps, and system administration
- Compatible with IDEs like Visual Studio Code
- Easily integrates with Docker for containerized applications
- Supports running Linux GUI apps on Windows
- Efficient package management with APT
- Access to Linux command-line tools and utilities
- Cross-platform development and testing
- Works with Windows files and Linux files simultaneously