Installing Linux distributions using WSL is simple enough. The official Microsoft Store has plenty of distros to choose from, ...

Want to run whatever browser you want and not be forced into Edge? Sick of being told to "upgrade" to Windows 11? Tired of one Windows 10 zero-day after another being exploited? I have a radical ...

Most Windows programs don't run on Linux, and those that do usually have special versions that are compiled specifically for ...

A month ago Microsoft officially released Windows 11. One of its features is the ability to run Linux GUI applications side by side as peers to normal Windows desktop apps. [Jim Salter] of Ars ...

I just bought a new laptop and need to make a decision. For 15-20 years I've run cygwin. For the new laptop should I try Microsoft's Linux subsystem, or stick with cygwin? The machine will dual boot ...

WSL Kernel also referred to as Windows Subsystem for Linux updates automatically on Windows 11. But if you have paused automatic updates or for a reason WSL didn’t update automatically, you can ...

The Linux operating system is renowned for its stability, security, and open-source nature, making it a popular choice among software developers, IT professionals, and technology enthusiasts. However, ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover the exciting intersection of Linux and handheld gaming. The ASUS ROG Ally is a fantastic handheld gaming PCs, robbed of ...

Unix died because of endless incompatibilities between versions. Linux succeeded on servers and everywhere else because it ...

Do you want to run a full Linux desktop installation on your Chromebook without giving up ChromeOS? This alteration will give you access to both complete operating systems running simultaneously so ...