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Switching From Windows Command Prompt to Linux Terminal: 7 Things to Know

Linux shells might appear similar to the Command Prompt, but if you're coming from the Windows command line, there's a lot to ...
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Why I Prefer WSL Over PowerShell for the Windows Command Line

On Windows, when I want a command line, I can choose between the native PowerShell or install the Windows Subsystem for Linux. I prefer the latter when I'm on Windows. Here's why I reach for a Linux ...
Geeky Gadgets

Run Linux on Windows Like a Pro: Virtual Machines, WSL, and More

Running Linux on a Windows system opens up a world of possibilities for users who want to explore the power and flexibility of the Linux operating system. Whether you’re a developer, a system ...
Bleeping Computer

Hands on with WSLg: Running Linux GUI apps in Windows 10

Windows 10 preview builds can now run Linux apps directly on the Windows 10 desktop using the new Windows Subsystem for Linux GUI. In this article, we go hands on with the new WSLg feature to ...
Ars Technica

The best part of Windows 11 is a revamped Windows Subsystem for Linux

In our main Windows 11 review posted earlier this week, we covered the majority of new features and design decisions in Microsoft’s newest consumer OS—and it feels reasonable to characterize the ...