Learning Windows Subsystem for Linux

Learn about the basics of Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) and how to use it to create a bridge between Windows and Linux content.

Introduction

• Windows Subsystem for Linux

1. Working with WSL

• How WSL works
• Enabling WSL on your Windows system
• Installing a Linux distribution
• Using Windows Terminal
• Using the wsl.exe tool
• Distribution configuration with wsl.conf
• Accessing files
• Using network services
• Attaching USB devices
• Mounting disks in WSL

2. Working in the Linux Environment

• Using the shell
• Managing software
• Controlling processes
• Controlling services
• Defining automated tasks

3. WSL in Your Workflow

• Software development with VS Code and Remote-WSL
• Software development with other tools through SSH or SFTP
• Accessing a WSL network service
• Using GUI apps in WSL2

Conclusion

• Tips and troubleshooting
• Next steps