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Switching from Windows 11 to Linux or Mac always gets attention, so why not when it's in reverse?
By Richard Devine published
Switcheroo People are quick to talk about ditching Windows 11 for Linux or Mac, so we're taking time to celebrate a story where the opposite happened.
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Microsoft now has a guide on how to install Linux... you read that right
By Kevin Okemwa published
🐧🐧🐧 Why follow Microsoft guides on installing Windows when you can grab Linux instead?
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The best Linux distros for WSL on Windows 10 and 11
By Richard Devine last updated
Linux The Windows Subsystem for Linux is a brilliant, powerful tool that anyone can use. But you'll need a distro or two to make it sing, so these are the ones to get.
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How to fix Internet connectivity issues in WSL
By Richard Devine published
Back online If you're suddenly having issues connecting to the internet through WSL, then this easy fix will hopefully get you back online.
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How to install Fedora on WSL for Windows 10 and Windows 11
By Richard Devine published
WSL WSL defaults to Ubuntu but there's plenty of alternatives out there. Here's what you need to know about using Fedora.
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How to install Linux WSL2 on Windows 10 and Windows 11
By Richard Devine last updated
Linux WSL2 is a significant upgrade over the initial version of the Windows Subsystem for Linux, so here's how to make sure you have it installed.
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This WSL tool is a must-have if you run many different distros
By Richard Devine published
Linux WSL Distro Manager is the timesaver you've been looking for in your Linux on Windows experience. Add a little GUI to streamline how you use the tool.
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How to enable and disable systemd in Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL)
By Richard Devine published
WSL Using systemd on WSL used to require third-party input but it's now an official part of Microsoft's Linux-on-Windows platform. Here's how to enable and disable it as you need.
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