Is Windows Using Linux Kernel?
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With WSL 2, Microsoft started including within Windows Insiders releases its own in-house, custom-built Linux kernel to underpin WSL. In other words, Microsoft is now shipping its own Linux kernel, which works hand-in-glove with Windows.

Will Windows use Linux kernel?

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“Microsoft developers are now landing features in the Linux kernel to improve WSL. … In Raymond’s view, Windows could become an emulation layer like Proton over a Linux kernel using technology that’s already up to the task of running business applications.

Does Windows 10 have a Linux kernel?

Microsoft recently announced that they will soon be shipping a Linux Kernel that’s integrated right into Windows 10. This will allow developers to leverage the Windows 10 platform when developing applications for Linux. In fact, this is the next step in the evolution of Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL).

Robert Thorne

Robert Thorne

Automotive & Future Transportation Editor

Robert Thorne covers electric vehicle innovations, autonomous driving systems, global mobility trends, and automotive engineering developments.

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