Windows Subsystem for Linux Glossary Definition

Term Windows Subsystem for Linux
Definition

Windows Subsystem for Linux is a Microsoft Windows feature for running Linux environments on Windows.

Context & Usage

Developers use it for Linux command-line tools, development workflows, scripting, containers, and cross-platform testing without leaving Windows. Former or related names include WSL.

Related concepts include Linux, Windows and Developer Tools.

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