Get Started with WSL2 and Ubuntu

Hey Everyone,

Today, we are going over how to install WSL2 and Ubuntu on your Windows Devices.

I had to help a few friends set this up on their machines over the last couple of weeks, jumping from resource to resource to get things done.

To remedy this, I will consolidate my findings into one blog post.

With the rise of cross-platform development, accessing a Linux environment can be a game-changer.

WSL2 directly integrates Ubuntu, one of the most popular Linux distributions, within Windows 10.

Following the installation process outlined in this guide, you'll be up and running with Ubuntu on WSL2 in no time.

Enable Hyper-V

If you don’t already have Hyper-V installed, follow these instructions before installing WSL.

1. Click the Start button

2. Go to the Control Panel

3. Select Programs

4. Choose Turn Windows features on or off

5. Enable Hyper-V and Press OK.

This May require you to Restart your Computer.

Step 1: Enable WSL2

Before installing Ubuntu on WSL2, we must enable the WSL feature in Windows 10. Here's how:

1. Open the Windows PowerShell as an administrator.

2. Run the following command: wsl --install.

3. Once Installation begins, a window will pop up. Press yes to continue.

Step 2: Install Ubuntu on WSL2

Now that WSL2 is enabled, we can proceed with installing Ubuntu. Follow these steps:

1. Run the following command: wsl --install -d Ubuntu.

2. The installation may take a few minutes to complete.

Step 3: Configure Ubuntu

Once Ubuntu is installed, launch it from the Start menu or by typing "ubuntu" in the Windows search bar.

During the first launch, you'll be prompted to create a username and password for your Ubuntu installation.

After completing the setup, you can start using Ubuntu on WSL2!

Discussion

• Have you tried using Ubuntu on WSL2? Share your experience in the comments below!

• What other Linux distributions would you like to see supported on WSL2?

• Are there any specific development tasks you find easier to accomplish with Ubuntu on WSL2?

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