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Ollama on WSL Delivers Identical GPU Performance to Native Windows 11, Tests Confirm
Real-world testing shows that running Ollama’s local LLM inference on Windows 11 through the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) yields virtually the same GPU throughput as the native Windows app,...
WSL 2 and WSLg Turn Windows 11 into a Linux Power User's Dream
The days of juggling dual-boot partitions or sluggish virtual machines to get a usable Linux environment on Windows are over. With WSL 2 and the recent addition of WSLg for GUI app support, Windows...
The Linux Mindset Revolution: 5 Signs You've Left Windows Behind and Why Open Source Might Win the Long Game
The shift from Windows habits to a Linux mindset isn’t just about installing a new operating system—it’s a fundamental rewiring of how you think about software, privacy, and control. A recent...
Intel TDX and Zero-Copy TCP Arrive in Linux 6.16, with WSL2 Benefits Ahead
Linux 6.16 has shipped with a trio of technologies that could reshape how Windows shops leverage Linux: Intel Trusted Domain Extensions (TDX) for confidential computing, a zero-copy TCP transmit path...
Microsoft's SQL Server 2025 RC0 Arrives: Ubuntu 24.04, TLS 1.3, and Docker Caveats
Microsoft has shipped the first public release candidate of SQL Server 2025, delivering two long-awaited changes for teams that mix Windows infrastructure with Linux development: official support for...
WSL2 Deep Dive: Real Linux Kernel, GUI Apps, and the Performance Trade-off That Matters
Microsoft’s WSL2 delivers a genuine Linux kernel inside a lightweight VM, giving developers near-native performance and full GUI app support—but only if you keep your project files in the right...
WSL Is Now the Go-To Shell for Windows Developers – Here’s Why PowerShell Still Matters
Developer surveys repeatedly highlight a fundamental shift: a growing majority of professional developers now employ Linux-based command-line environments as their primary interface, even when...
WSL 2.5.10 Fixes TOCTOU Bug: Microsoft Acts Fast on CVE-2025-53788 Privilege Escalation
Microsoft released an out-of-band Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) update on August 6, 2025, patching a local elevation-of-privilege vulnerability that could let attackers break out of WSL2...
Enable Linux GUI Apps on Windows 11 with This WSL Setup Guide
Integrating Linux applications into a Windows environment has historically been a complex endeavor, often requiring dual-boot setups or virtual machines. However, with the advent of the Windows...
Best Linux Distros for Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) in 2025
The Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) has revolutionized the way developers and enthusiasts integrate Linux environments with Windows. As we step into 2025, WSL continues to evolve, offering better...
Ultimate Guide to Building a Windows 11 Developer VM: Setup & Optimization Tips
Creating a dedicated Windows 11 virtual machine for development work unlocks unparalleled flexibility, security, and performance optimization opportunities. Modern developers face increasing...
Microsoft Open Sources Windows Subsystem for Linux: A Milestone for Developers and the Linux Community
Introduction In a groundbreaking move, Microsoft has announced the open-sourcing of the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL), marking a significant milestone in the company's evolving relationship with...