Microsoft previews Linux containers that run in Windows

Now not only can you run Linux from within Windows without third-party tools, but can do so within containers. Microsoft has ...
Windows Latest

Windows 11 can now run Linux containers with WSL Containers, no Docker Desktop needed (hands on)

We installed WSL Containers on Windows 11, built a custom container from scratch, tested it, and checked what still needs ...

WSL container is now available for public preview on Windows

The WSL container will bring Linux container development directly into Windows through the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL).

You can now finally run Linux containers in Windows – without third-party tools

After being announced at Build 2026, Microsoft has made WSL containers available in public preview.

Windows Subsystem for Linux gives developers a compelling reason to stick with Microsoft - here's why

Changes to WSL make staying on Windows easier, especially for developers building or running Linux-based AI, container, or dev workloads.
Geeky Gadgets

Run Linux on Windows Like a Pro: Virtual Machines, WSL, and More

Running Linux on a Windows system opens up a world of possibilities for users who want to explore the power and flexibility of the Linux operating system. Whether you’re a developer, a system ...
Opinion

Microsoft continues its big Linux push at Build 2026

Microsoft continues its big Linux push at Build 2026 ...
InfoWorld

Making Windows a developer platform, again

Microsoft is delivering tools to quickly configure Windows PCs as workstations for Windows and Linux development.