Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL)

About

WSL lets developers run a GNU/Linux environment directly on Windows, without the overhead of a virtual machine.

Key Features

• Choose your favorite GNU/Linux distributions
• Run Linux command-line tools and apps alongside Windows
• Access Windows files from Linux

Pros

• Lightweight and efficient
• Easy to install and use

Cons

• Not all Linux apps are fully supported
• Limited GPU support in some cases