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Awesome Wsl

github.com/sirredbeard/Awesome-WSL Virtualization Open-source project

This repository curates resources and projects related to Windows Subsystem for Linux.

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About Awesome Wsl

Awesome WSL is a curated list of Windows Subsystem for Linux information, distributions, and tools. It includes background on Linux, Windows, WSL1, WSL2, and WSLC, plus sections on installation, use cases, GUI apps, and systemd.

It lists supported distributions such as Ubuntu, Debian, and Kali Linux alongside unofficial distributions, and groups tools such as X servers, terminals, installation managers, and WSL-specific development tools.

Key features

  • Overviews of Linux, Windows, WSL1, WSL2, and WSLC
  • Guides for WSL shell, programming, web, and CUDA development
  • Curated list of supported distributions such as Ubuntu and Debian
  • Lists unofficial WSL distributions separately
  • Collections of X servers, terminals, and installation managers
  • Collections of WSL utilities and WSL-specific development tools
Best for: Windows users working with WSL who need references to distributions, tools, and setup topics.
Good for
  • Covers WSL1, WSL2, and WSLC background in one place
  • Distinguishes supported distributions from unofficial distributions
  • Addresses programming, web development, and CUDA development uses

Awesome Wsl at a glance

Type
Open-source project
Pricing
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Platforms
Linux, Windows
Open source
Not stated
Language
English
Last checked
Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026
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Awesome Wsl FAQ

What does Awesome WSL collect?
Information, distributions, and tools related to Windows Subsystem for Linux.
How does the list describe WSL2?
As a Linux kernel running inside Windows, built on Hyper-V core technology, set by default since Windows 11.
Which Windows versions can enable WSL according to the overview?
All versions of Windows 10 after version 1607, including Home, Professional, Enterprise, Server, LTSB, and Education.
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