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WSL GUI apps allow you to run Linux graphical applications directly on Windows using Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) and WSLg. This feature eliminates the need for a traditional virtual machine, providing a lightweight and integrated experience. Linux GUI apps appear alongside native Windows programs in the Start menu and taskbar, and can be launched from the command line or Windows shortcuts. The setup is straightforward with a single-command installer. This tag covers practical guidance on enabling and using WSLg, including system requirements, installation steps, and tips for running specific Linux GUI applications on Windows 10 and Windows 11.
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    Run Linux Apps on Windows with WSL 2 and WSLg: A Practical Guide

    You can run full Linux userland apps on modern Windows without firing up a traditional virtual machine — and for many workflows, Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) is the fastest, lightest, and most integrated way to do it. WSL now supports GUI apps (WSLg), ships as an easy single-command...
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