At the Build 2025 developer conference, Microsoft announced the open-sourcing of the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL), addressing a nearly nine-year-old request from developers. WSL allows native running of Linux distributions within Windows, enhancing workflows for developers by integrating Linux tools directly into the Windows environment. This eliminates the need for dual-boot setups or heavy virtual machines. Today, millions of developers use WSL, confirming Microsoft's commitment to making its platform more appealing for those who depend on Linux for their work.
Microsoft's open-sourcing of the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) fulfills a nearly nine-year request, marking a pivotal shift towards collaboration with the open-source community.
Since its launch, WSL has empowered developers by allowing seamless integration of Linux command-line tools with Windows, facilitating workflows without reliance on dual-boot or VMs.
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