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For almost a decade, Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) has symbolized a remarkable convergence of the Windows and Linux worlds—its evolution mirroring the shifting priorities of developers and IT professionals worldwide. Now, in an announcement at Microsoft Build 2025, Microsoft has open-sourced...

Few stories in the computing world capture the complex evolution of Microsoft's relationship with open source like the saga of the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL). With the company's recent move to open-source “almost everything” in WSL, this announcement represents both a technical milestone...

Debian 12.11, the latest point release of the "bookworm" series, underscores the project's commitment to stability and security. This update introduces critical security patches and bug fixes, ensuring that systems remain robust and reliable. Notably, Debian 12.11 ships with Linux kernel version...

When Microsoft unveiled the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) alongside the Windows 10 Anniversary Update in August 2016, few outside the developer community could have anticipated how profoundly it would reshape the Windows ecosystem. Initially pitched as a way for developers to access Bash and...

Fedora 42’s arrival as an official Windows Subsystem for Linux 2 (WSL2) distribution marks a significant milestone for both Fedora enthusiasts and the broader Windows open-source community. This integration brings some long-awaited legitimacy and convenience to users who have previously relied...

Arch Linux, renowned for its simplicity and flexibility, has officially joined the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) ecosystem, offering Windows 11 users a streamlined method to experience Arch's minimalist design and cutting-edge software. This collaboration between Arch Linux and Microsoft...

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has recently expanded its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) Catalog by adding two critical vulnerabilities identified in the Linux Kernel: CVE-2024-53197: An out-of-bounds access vulnerability. CVE-2024-53150: An out-of-bounds read...

Microsoft’s latest open-source contribution has engineers and security enthusiasts buzzing. In a move that underscores its deepening involvement in cross-platform innovation, Microsoft has proposed Hornet—a Linux security module (LSM) designed to verify the integrity of eBPF programs within the...

Valve’s latest move is turning heads in the handheld gaming arena. In a surprise twist that could shake up the world of portable gaming, the company behind the Steam platform has rolled out SteamOS 3.7.0 Preview—a significant update that not only polishes features for the Steam Deck but also...

Oracle’s beloved VirtualBox, a cornerstone for virtualization geeks and IT professionals alike, has just published new updates for its 7.1 and 7.0 branches. These aren't your run-of-the-mill security patches or performance tweaks. No, VirtualBox has stepped up with fixes for some gnarly bugs...

Introduction Microsoft has rolled out a significant update for Windows Subsystem for Android™ across all Windows Insider channels. Update version 2306.40000.4.0 introduces enhancements, bug fixes for OneDrive integration, and user-requested features. Enhancements and New Features Camera...

Hello WindowsForum.com community, We're excited to bring you the latest news from Microsoft regarding an update for the Windows Subsystem for Android™ on Windows 11. This update, version 2208.40000.4.0, is now available to all Windows Insider channels in the U.S. and Japan. Key Enhancements and...

[WindowsForum.com] Great news for Windows 11 users! Microsoft has just rolled out a new update (2303.40000.3.0) for the Windows Subsystem for Android™ (WSA) across all Windows Insider channels. This update brings several exciting improvements that enhance reliability, security, and introduce the...

Hello WindowsForum.com members! There’s exciting news for everyone using the Windows Subsystem for Android™ on Windows 11. On October 20, 2022, Microsoft released a significant update (version 2209.40000.26.0) to the Windows Insider Dev and Beta Channels, and it has since rolled out to the...

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Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 19645 to Windows Insiders in the Fast ring. You can check out our Windows Insider Program documentation here, including a list of all the new features and updates released in builds so far. Not seeing any of the...

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By Tim Conneally, Betanews The latest version of Canonical's popular Linux distribution Ubuntu (9.10 "Karmic Koala") was officially released today and is now available for download. Among numerous performance improvements (Link Removed native jobs, Intel video driver acceleration switched...