How Do I Enable Linux on Windows?

To enable the Windows Subsystem for Linux (Beta), open the Control Panel, click Programs and Features, and click Turn Windows Features On or Off in left side bar under Programs and Features. Enable the Windows Subsystem for Linux (Beta) option in the list here and click OK.

How do I switch from Windows 10 to Linux?

Begin typing “Turn Windows features on and off” into the Start Menu search field, then select the control panel when it appears. Scroll down to Windows Subsystem for Linux, check the box, and then click the OK button. Wait for your changes to be applied, then click the Restart now button to restart your computer.

How do I activate Linux on Windows 10?

Enabling Windows Subsystem for Linux using Settings

1. Open Settings.
2. Click on Apps.
3. Under the “Related settings” section, click the Programs and Features option. …
4. Click the Turn Windows features on or off option from the left pane. …
5. Check the Windows Subsystem for Linux option. …
6. Click the OK button.