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Windows Subsystem for Linux

Runs Linux tools and distributions in a Windows development environment.

Why use it

Can help with embedded Linux, Raspberry Pi, robotics and servers when a real project requires Linux workflows.

  • Linux development
  • Raspberry Pi
  • robotics
  • servers
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Getting started

Use Microsoft’s WSL installation guide only for projects that need Linux tooling; it changes Windows features and may require a restart.

Check: A WSL distribution opens and runs Linux commands, after installation by its documented route.

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