Quick Answer: How to Enable Windows Subsystem for Linux?
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Stepwise Guide to Enable Windows 10 Subsystem for Linux

  • Step 1 – Enable Developer Mode. To enable Developer Mode open the Settings app and head to Update & Security > For Developers.
  • Step 2 – Enable the Windows Subsystem for Linux.
  • Step 3 – Download the Bash on Ubuntu on Windows.
  • Step 4 – Use Ubuntu’s Bash Shell on Windows.

How do I know if Windows subsystem is enabled Linux?

First, open the Settings app and head to Update & security > For developers. Enable Developer mode here. After you do, open the Control Panel and head to Programs > Turn Windows features on or off. Put a check mark next to Windows Subsystem for Linux (Beta) and click OK to activate the feature.

How do I start Windows subsystem on Linux?

Enable Windows Subsystem for Linux on your Windows device. Install a Linux distribution. Use Linux commands and work across Windows and Linux file systems. Create a website with Node.js, running on WSL.

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