windows subsystem for linux

  1. CVE-2025-26675: Understanding the WSL Vulnerability and Mitigation Strategies

    The world of Windows and Linux integration is no stranger to excitement—and occasional vulnerabilities. Recently, Microsoft’s Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) has come under scrutiny due to CVE-2025-26675, a flaw that enables an out-of-bounds read and local privilege escalation. In today’s...
  2. Ubuntu 25.04: Tackling BitLocker Challenges for Dual-Boot Users

    Ubuntu’s latest release is stirring up excitement—not only among Linux enthusiasts but also for those Windows users who dabble in dual-boot setups or leverage the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL). The forthcoming Ubuntu 25.04 brings a host of enhancements that promise to smooth over...
  3. Restore the Windows 10 Taskbar in Windows 11: A Step-by-Step Guide

    The launch of Windows 11 has been met with mixed reactions, especially concerning its redesigned taskbar. Many users who appreciate the classic functionality and design of the Windows 10 taskbar have been exploring ways to revert their interface to a more familiar setup. In this article, we'll...
  4. How to Install and Update Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) on Windows 11

    The Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) is a powerful feature integrated into Windows 11 that enables users to run a variety of Linux distributions directly within their Windows operating environment. This feature eliminates the need for dual-boot setups or complex virtual machine configurations...
  5. Revamped Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL): User-Friendly Updates for Developers

    The Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) is embarking on an exciting journey of simplification and user-friendliness, aimed particularly at new users who have just opened the gates of Linux on their Windows machines. As many Windows users dive deeper into the ocean of development, system utilities...
  6. Enhancing WSL: Microsoft Simplifies Linux Experience on Windows

    If you’ve ever ventured into the world of Linux while navigating the Windows operating system, you may have encountered the somewhat steep learning curve that comes with the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL). Fortunately, Microsoft is on a mission to smooth out these bumps with some exciting new...
  7. Microsoft Ignite 2024: Key Enhancements to Windows Subsystem for Linux

    At the recent Ignite 2024 conference, Microsoft unveiled an array of exciting enhancements to its desktop operating system, particularly aimed at developers working with the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL). As the world increasingly moves towards a flexible and integrated development...
  8. Releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.346 to Beta and Release Preview Channels

    Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.346 (KB5007262) to Windows Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview Channels. This update includes the following improvements: We fixed an issue that affects the Appx PowerShell cmdlet functionality on PowerShell 7.1 and...
  9. Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22458

    Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22458 to the Dev Channel. TL;DR [REMINDER] Build numbers are higher in the Dev Channel than the Windows 11 preview builds in the Beta Channel because we’ve moved the Dev Channel back to receiving builds from our...
  10. Announcing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 19645

    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...