Wsl news
WSL (Windows Subsystem for Linux) is a feature in Windows 10 that allows you to run a Linux environment directly on top of Windows. Here are some recent news and updates about WSL:
Latest Updates:
- WSL 2: In May 2020, Microsoft released WSL 2, a major update to the WSL feature. WSL 2 provides a more seamless and performant Linux experience on Windows, with improved file system performance, better support for Linux distributions, and more.
- Improved Performance: WSL 2 provides significant performance improvements, including faster file system access, better support for Linux distributions, and improved support for graphics and audio.
- New Linux Distributions: WSL 2 supports a wider range of Linux distributions, including Ubuntu, Debian, Kali Linux, and more.
- Enhanced Integration: WSL 2 provides better integration with Windows, including improved support for Windows file systems, better support for Windows applications, and more.
Recent News:
- WSL 2 Now Available in Windows 10 Insider Preview: In May 2020, Microsoft announced that WSL 2 was available in the Windows 10 Insider Preview build.
- WSL 2 Supports Linux Containers: In June 2020, Microsoft announced that WSL 2 supports Linux containers, allowing developers to run Linux containers on Windows.
- WSL 2 Now Supports Docker: In July 2020, Docker announced that it now supports WSL 2, allowing developers to run Docker containers on Windows.
- WSL 2 Now Supports Kubernetes: In August 2020, Kubernetes announced that it now supports WSL 2, allowing developers to run Kubernetes clusters on Windows.
Upcoming Features:
- WSL 2 Support for ARM64: Microsoft has announced plans to add support for ARM64 architecture to WSL 2, allowing developers to run Linux on Windows on ARM-based devices.
- Improved Support for Linux Distributions: Microsoft is working to improve support for Linux distributions on WSL 2, including better support for Linux file systems and more.
- Enhanced Integration with Windows: Microsoft is working to improve integration between WSL 2 and Windows, including better support for Windows applications and more.
Community News:
- WSL 2 Community Forum: Microsoft has launched a community forum for WSL 2, where developers can discuss WSL 2, ask questions, and share knowledge.
- WSL 2 GitHub Repository: Microsoft has made the WSL 2 source code available on GitHub, allowing developers to contribute to the project and report issues.