Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) offers two versions: the latest iteration (WSL 2) and the original version (WSL 1). There may be instances where downgrading a WSL distribution becomes necessary, whether for tool compatibility or workflow preferences. In this post, […]
How to Install WSL on Windows
In this guide, we’ll walk you through installing Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) on Windows. This post also includes tips on managing your WSL environment with multiple Linux Distros installed. WSL empowers Windows users to develop and run applications within […]
Restarting WSL Linux Distributions
While using Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL), you may need to restart your WSL Linux distribution to make changes to the WSL config, or due to another random issues. To do this, we can simply run the wsl –shutdown -d […]
WSL: Basic Commands
Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) is a feature released by Microsoft in 2016 that allows us to install and manage multiple Linux distributions on our local Windows computer with ease. The latest versions of Windows comes with a set of […]
How to Install Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL)
If you’re a developer or someone who prefers to work with Linux tools, but you’re stuck using a Windows operating system, then Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) is an excellent solution for you. WSL is a feature in Windows 10 […]