What is Windows Subsystem for Linux?
Windows Subsystem for Linux runs Linux environments alongside Windows applications.
Who is Windows Subsystem for Linux for?
Teams evaluating software that runs Linux environments alongside Windows applications. Check linux distributions and command-line tools against the actual workflow, deployment and access requirements.
Windows Subsystem for Linux features
The core capabilities to consider for your workflow.
- Linux distributions
- Command-line tools
- Windows integration
Windows Subsystem for Linux pricing
Open-source software
Scope infrastructure, maintenance, integration and support separately from the open-source software. Managed hosting, connected cloud resources and commercial services can incur additional costs.
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An open-source distribution is available. Review its licence, supported platforms and distribution terms separately from any hosted cloud services.
Before you choose Windows Subsystem for Linux
Does the hypervisor support the host hardware, guest systems and workload requirements?
Which host, guest, management, backup and commercial-use licences apply?
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Does Windows Subsystem for Linux have a free plan?
An open-source distribution is available. Review its licence, supported platforms and distribution terms separately from any hosted cloud services.
Who is Windows Subsystem for Linux for?
Teams evaluating software that runs Linux environments alongside Windows applications. Check linux distributions and command-line tools against the actual workflow, deployment and access requirements.
What should I compare before buying?
Check the tier that contains your essential features, confirm plan limits and compare the total quote with your own expected usage.