shortened to “distros”). Check out our guide on
How to
download and install Linux
that
covers how to:
Choose a Linux distribution
Use the install Linux command with Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL)
Create a Linux Virtual Machine (VM) in the cloud
Create a Linux Virtual Machine (VM)
on your local machine
Create a bootable USB to install bare-metal Linux
If you want to learn more before you install Linux, check out
some of our Linux-related
training available at Microsoft.
A variety of Linux-related training is available, ranging from Beginner to Advanced levels
of expertise.
What is WSL?
Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) now supports running Linux GUI applications (X11
and Wayland) on Windows in a fully integrated desktop experience.
Get started with Windows Subsystem for Linux
(WSL)
A training module on how to install a Linux distribution, set up a dev environment,
Linux-related training at Microsoft
explore recommended
tools and workflows, learn what WSL can and can’t do, try some
basic commands, and assess whether WSL fits your needs.
